Wonton Mozzarella Sticks

Name: Wonton Mozzarella Sticks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 dozen
Ingredients: 12 pieces string cheese; 12 large egg roll wrappers (see note); Oil for deep-fat frying; Marinara or spaghetti sauce

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield 1 dozen

Test Kitchen Approved

Easy to make and a delight to eat with your favorite sauces, these crispy wonton mozzarella sticks will be on the menu at your house time and time again.

Ingredients

12 pieces string cheese
12 large egg roll wrappers (see note)
Oil for deep-fat frying
Marinara or spaghetti sauce

Directions

Place a piece of string cheese near the bottom corner of 1 egg roll wrapper (keep remaining wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to use). Fold bottom corner over cheese. Roll up halfway; fold sides toward center over cheese. Moisten remaining corner with water; roll up tightly to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and cheese.
In a deep cast-iron or electric skillet, heat 1/2 in. oil to 375°.
Fry sticks, a few at a time, until golden brown, 30-60 seconds on each side. Drain on paper towels. Serve with marinara sauce.

Nutrition Facts

1 mozzarella stick: 241 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 423mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.

You won't believe something this easy could taste so fantastic! Crunchy outside with gooey cheese inside, these mozzarella sticks are a treat all ages will love. Kids could help wrap them too. —Shirley Warren, Thiensville, Wisconsin

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