Epic Crispy Fried Mozzarella Sticks

And here are the ingredients for these incredibly delicious Mozzarella Sticks.

INGREDIENTS:

1/2 lb mozzarella (low-moisture)

1 egg

1/4 cup whole milk

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup semolina or corn meal

1 tsp chili flakes

1 tsp chili powder

1 tsp dried chervil (any fresh or dried green herb will do)

1 tsp fresh chopped rosemary

salt & pepper to taste

1 qt canola oil for frying

DIPPING SAUCE:

1/4 cup olive oil

1 cup red wine

3 cups canned crushed tomato

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 tbsp cayenne pepper

1 tbsp chili flakes

2 tbsp chopped garlic

3 tbsp chopped white onion

2 tbsp brown sugar

Salt & Black Pepper to taste

Our thanks for Byron Talbott for this wonderful recipe.  Please check out his website for more yummy recipes.