Classic Mozzarella Sticks

Instructions

• 1

  Insert the wire rack into position 4. Set the oven to Bake, Super Convection, 175°C, for 6 minutes, confirm Rotate Remind and press Start to preheat. Meanwhile, continue to the next step.

• 2

  Combine the crumbs and oil in a bowl and rub together. Spread evenly in the roasting pan.

• 3

  Once preheated, place the pan in the oven and cook for 6 minutes. When the Rotate Remind signals, stir the crumbs and continue cooking. Meanwhile, make the spice mixture.

• 4

  Combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano and salt in a small bowl.

• 5

  The crumbs should be golden brown. If not, cook them a little longer.

• 6

  Transfer the crumbs to a shallow dish. Add 1 tablespoon of the spice mixture and salt and stir to combine. Wipe out the roasting pan. Move the wire rack to position 8 and place the roasting pan on the rack to catch drips during cooking. Adjust the oven to Air Fry, Super Convection, 150°C, for 7 minutes and press Start.

• 7

  Place the cornstarch in a shallow dish with the remaining spice mix and stir to combine.

• 8

  Place the eggs and flour in a medium bowl and whisk to combine, transfer to a shallow dish.

• 9

  Roll the mozzarella sticks in the dusting mixture to coat. Dip in the egg mixture then roll in the spiced crumbs. Place in the air fry basket, evenly spaced apart.

• 10

  Place the basket in rack position 3 and cook for 7 minutes.

• 11

  The sticks should be crisp on the outside and gooey in the center. If not, cook them a minute longer.

• 12

  Allow the mozzarella sticks to cool for a few minutes to firm up. Serve with warm marinara sauce.