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Mozzarella Sticks

By Mariana Orozco

12 Servings

Recipe Details

Course: Appetizers, Snacks

Cooking Technique: Air Frying

Yield: 12 Servings

Ingredients

14 oz of mozzarella
1 cup flour
2-3 whole eggs
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 tsp dried herbs
Salt and pepper
Cooking spray
Marinara sauce for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

Cut into cheese sticks (approximately ⅓” (1 cm) thick.
Bread the sticks starting with flour, then passing through beaten egg (removing any excess), and then dredge through breadcrumbs mixed with some dried herbs. Season well and freeze the sticks for at least 30 minutes; spread out without crowding them.
Remove from the freezer and spray all sides with a little oil.
On the Instant Vortex control panel, press Air Fry, set the time to 8 minutes and the temperature to 375˚F / 190˚C. Press Start.
Once Add Food appears on the display, add the sticks and close the tray.
Check halfway through cooking when the fryer indicates Turn Food, and rotate.
Remove and serve immediately with the marinara sauce.

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About the chef

Mariana Orozco

Mariana Orozco is a Mexican chef and culinary educator known for her passion for approachable, honest cooking. After nearly completing a degree in medicine, she transitioned to pursue her true passion—culinary arts—graduating with excellence in Gastronomy from Universidad Anáhuac del Sur. Orozco is a recipe developer, food stylist, and podcast co-host, bringing joy and creativity to home kitchens through her workshops and online cooking classes. She is particularly recognized for her focus on reducing food waste and making cooking accessible, often teaching how to turn everyday ingredients into delicious meals. In addition to her culinary work, Orozco is a vocal advocate for people living with multiple sclerosis, a condition she was diagnosed with in 2016. Her experiences have deepened her commitment to sharing the healing and comforting power of cooking.

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