Gluten-Free Tuesday: Mozzarella Sticks
Crispy and delicious gluten-free mozzarella sticks made with a combination of white rice flour, chia egg, and gluten-free bread crumbs, served with a chilled Alfredo Got A Halo Sauce.
Details
- Author: CuisineSavvy
- Cuisine: American
- Course: Appetizer
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- Tags: #GlutenFree, #ComfortFood, #CheeseLovers, #Snack
Nutritional Values
These gluten-free mozzarella sticks offer a satisfying snack option for those avoiding gluten. The addition of nori, nutritional yeast, and miso paste adds umami and nutrients, making this comfort food a bit more balanced.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 400 kcal | -- |
| Total Fat | 20 g | -- |
| Saturated Fat | -- | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | -- | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | -- | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | -- |
| Sodium | -- | |
| Total Carbohydrate | -- | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g | -- |
| Total Sugars | -- | |
| Protein | 10 g | -- |
Ingredients
4 ounces (1 cup) white rice flour; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Pinch granulated garlic; Pinch freshly ground black pepper; 1 chia egg; 5 ounces (1 cup) dried gluten-free bread crumbs; 1 batch of Alfredo Got A Halo Sauce, chilled in bread pan; Vegetable Oil; 1 tsp chili flakes; 1 sheet nori, confettied; 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast; 1 Tbsp white miso paste
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine white rice flour, dried basil, salt, granulated garlic, and black pepper. 2. Prepare the chia egg in a separate bowl. 3. In another bowl, place the gluten-free bread crumbs. 4. Dredge the mozzarella pieces in the flour mixture, dip in the chia egg, then coat with bread crumbs. 5. Heat vegetable oil in a pan and fry the coated mozzarella sticks until golden brown. 6. Serve with chilled Alfredo Got A Halo Sauce.
Allergens
Soy, Dairy
HealthScore: 70
The health score reflects the dish's high fat content from frying and cheese but is balanced by gluten-free ingredients and added nutritional yeast and nori.