Nori-Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks

Ingredients

• 6 sticks Mozzarella string cheese sticks
• 3 sheets Nori sheets
• 3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 Eggs
• 1/2 cup Marinara sauce
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 1/2 tsp Garlic powder(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut each nori sheet into strips wide enough to wrap around each mozzarella stick; wrap one strip snugly around each stick (moistening the edge with water to seal).

2. 2

   Set up a breading station: place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in a second, and panko mixed with garlic powder in a third. Dredge each wrapped stick in flour, dip in egg, then coat in panko. Freeze breaded sticks for 5 minutes to firm up.

3. 3

   Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 350°F).

4. 4

   Fry the sticks in batches for 2-3 minutes per side, turning until golden and crispy on all sides.

5. 5

   Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with warm marinara sauce for dipping.