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Fried mozzarella sticks
Calories & nutrition facts
restaurant, family style
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 325 kcal —
- Protein 15 g 30%
- Carbohydrate 23 g 8%
- Fat 18 g 24%
- Saturated fat 6.8 g 34%
- Fibre 2 g 7%
- Sugars 2.4 g —
- Sodium 861 mg 37%
- Cholesterol 36 mg 12%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 99 µg 11%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.2 µg 1%
- Vitamin E 0.77 mg 5%
- Vitamin K 22.9 µg 19%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.1 mg 9%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.26 mg 20%
- Niacin (B3) 0.78 mg 5%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.42 mg 8%
- Vitamin B6 0.07 mg 4%
- Folate (B9) 26 µg 7%
- Vitamin B12 0.96 µg 40%
- Choline 9.9 mg 2%
Minerals
- Calcium 334 mg 26%
- Iron 0.62 mg 3%
- Magnesium 21 mg 5%
- Phosphorus 318 mg 25%
- Potassium 108 mg 2%
- Zinc 2.1 mg 19%
- Copper 0.07 mg 7%
- Manganese 0.29 mg 13%
- Selenium 18.9 µg 34%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 325 | 15 g | 23 g | 18 g |
| 1 × serving | 245 g | 796 | 36 g | 57 g | 45 g |
| 1 × piece | 31 g | 101 | 4.6 g | 7.2 g | 5.7 g |
| 2 × serving | 490 g | 1593 | 72 g | 113 g | 90 g |
| ½ × serving | 122.5 g | 398 | 18 g | 28 g | 23 g |
| 3 × serving | 735 g | 2389 | 108 g | 170 g | 135 g |
| 4 × serving | 980 g | 3185 | 145 g | 227 g | 180 g |
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Questions about Fried mozzarella sticks
How do you stop mozzarella sticks leaking when you cook them?
Keep them frozen until the oven or air fryer is fully hot, and cook them straight from frozen; thawing softens the cheese before the coating crisps. Leave space between the sticks and take them out as soon as the coating is golden, following the packet’s cooking time.
Can you cook fried mozzarella sticks in an air fryer?
Yes. Arrange them in a single layer and air-fry from frozen at 200°C for about 6–8 minutes, turning once; check early, as thin coatings can split and release the cheese.
How do you reheat leftover mozzarella sticks?
Use an oven or air fryer rather than a microwave, which tends to make the coating soggy. Heat at 180°C until crisp and piping hot in the middle, usually around 5–8 minutes; timings depend on their size and whether they came from the fridge.
What sauce goes well with fried mozzarella sticks?
Tomato-based marinara or a simple warm tomato sauce cuts through the rich, stretchy cheese. They also pair well with garlic mayonnaise or a spicy arrabbiata-style dip.
What cheese is best for homemade mozzarella sticks?
Use low-moisture mozzarella, cut into firm batons; fresh mozzarella holds more water and is more likely to escape through the coating. Bread the batons twice, chill or freeze them until firm, then fry in oil at about 175°C until golden.
Can you freeze mozzarella sticks?
Freeze uncooked, breaded sticks in a single layer until firm, then transfer them to a sealed container. Cook them from frozen rather than thawing first, which helps keep the cheese inside the coating.
How many fried mozzarella sticks is a typical serving?
A typical serving is about 245 g, or roughly eight pieces at 31 g each. That serving provides 796 kcal.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 169015 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
