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Keto Mozzarella Sticks (Low Carb, Gluten Free)
Keto Mozzarella Sticks are super easy to prepare and totally fulfill that comfort food craving. Even the kids will love these low carb delights!
Prep Time
1
day
d
20
minutes
mins
Cook Time
5
minutes
mins
Total Time
1
day
d
25
minutes
mins
Course:
Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine:
American, Italian
Servings:
1
person
Calories:
483
kcal
Author:
Dom Geracia
Ingredients
3
mozzarella cheese sticks
1
oz
pork rind crumbs
1
tablespoon
whey protein, plain
1
tablespoon
heavy cream
½
teaspoon
garlic powder
½
teaspoon
salt
dried parsley
optional
Instructions
In a small bowl, beat together egg and heavy cream.
In a separate small bowl, add pork rinds, whey protein, garlic powder, salt and parsley (optional). Stir to combine.
Slice mozzarella cheese sticks in half.
Dip mozzarella cheese into egg mixture. Using toothpicks, transfer to breading mixture.
Using a fork, pack pork rind mixture onto mozzarella.
Tap off any excess breading. Remove from toothpick using another toothpick and place in a single layer on a plate.
Repeat for all pieces.
Freeze all pieces overnight or until frozen solid.
When ready to fry, heat up coconut oil in a small sauce pan to 375º F.
Carefully add breaded cheese sticks, careful not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry for roughly 4-5 minutes until golden brown on all sides.
Carefully remove from oil onto a paper-towel lined plate.
Serve with your favorite sauces.
Enjoy!
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Notes
Less than 1g carbs per mozzarella stick!
Nutrition
Calories:
483
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
5
g
|
Protein:
42
g
|
Fat:
34
g