A Little Bit of Golden, Cheesy Bliss: Mozzarella Stick Onion Rings
This recipe combines two classic appetizers into one delicious dish. Onion rings are coated in breadcrumbs and fried until crispy, then topped with melted mozzarella cheese for an indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 1 hr 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hr 20 min
Ingredients
2 large white onions
3 slices mozzarella cheese
2 cups flour (250 g)
5 eggs
2 cups breadcrumb (230 g)
Oil, for frying
Marinara sauce
Instructions
Peel and cut onions into 1-centimeter (½ inch) rings. Separate the rings.
Slice the mozzarella into 4 even strips.
Place a smaller onion ring in the center of a larger one.
Fill the gap between the rings with the mozzarella strips. For extra cheesiness, use two layers of cheese.
Repeat with remaining onion rings and freeze for 1 hour.
Place the flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs into three separate bowls.
Coat each prepared ring in the flour first. Then dip into the egg, then the breadcrumbs, then the egg again, and one last time into the breadcrumbs.
Repeat with the remaining onion rings and place in freezer.
Fill a large pot with oil and set over medium-high heat until it reaches 350˚F (175˚C).
Fry the rings until golden brown, being careful not to fry them for too long as the cheese may ooze out completely.
Drain on a paper towel, then serve with marinara!
Notes
Make sure the oil is at the correct temperature before adding the rings. If it’s too cool, they’ll be greasy. If it’s too hot, they’ll burn.
Don’t overcrowd the pot when frying. Fry in batches to ensure even cooking.
These are best served immediately while they’re still hot and crispy.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, but they won’t be as crispy. You can reheat them in the oven or air fryer to try and restore some of the crunch.
Feel free to experiment with different cheeses and seasonings!