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Does ranch go with mozzarella sticks?
A breaded, fried stick might somewhat go well with ranch, only because the cool, creamy ranch contrasts the fried texture. Restaurants often serve fried mozzarella sticks with a marinara sauce.
What sauce goes with mozzarella sticks?
Our favorite choice is a classic marinara or pizza sauce for dipping these crispy-on-the-out-side, melty-on-the-inside sticks. You can serve the marinara sauce cold for a contrast, or heat it up on the stove top or in the microwave if you prefer. But I also love these with ranch dressing.
What goes well with mozzarella sticks?
Chicken wings, nachos, chips with dip (spinach artichoke, salsa, queso…), burgers, chicken nuggets, tacos, loaded fries, potato skins, tater tots, quesadillas, onion rings, fried mac and cheese bites, etc.
Is pizza sauce the same as marinara sauce?
Both pizza sauce vs marinara are made with tomatoes, garlic and basil. The main difference between the two is that marinara sauce uses whole peeled tomatoes while pizza sauce uses crushed tomatoes. Crushed tomatoes are ground up which makes them thicker in consistency.
How do you cook frozen mozzarella sticks?
- Preheat convection oven to 375°F (conventional oven to 400°F).
- Remove mozzarella sticks from package.
- Place frozen mozzarella sticks in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Place in oven and cook for 9-11 minutes until thoroughly cooked (Over heating may cause cheese loss).
- Remove product from oven.
- Allow product to cool.
Is pizza sauce a marinara?
How do you make mozzarella sticks with ranch dressing?
Cut the mozzarella into sticks about 3 inches long and 3/4 inch thick. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Place three shallow bowls on a work surface. Place the flour in one bowl. In another bowl, whisk eggs and buttermilk together. In a third bowl, combine the ranch seasoning with panko, parsley, dill and oregano.
If you want a classy presentation, serve a plain mozzarella stick with some fresh basil and a fresh tomato garnish. Now, if you have fresh vegetables, they go well with both ranch and mozzarella. At that point, let your guest choose.
How do you cook frozen mozzarella sticks in the oven?
Coat frozen mozzarella sticks in flour, then dip in egg, then panko, repeat with egg, and repeat with panko. Arrange on a baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, watching carefully so the cheese doesn’t ooze. Serve with warm marinara sauce and ranch dressing for dipping.
What is the best way to make pizza with ranch dressing?
In a third bowl, combine the ranch seasoning with panko, parsley, dill and oregano. Working one at a time, dredge a piece of mozzarella in flour. Dip in the egg mixture, let any extra drip off and then roll in panko mixture, pressing gently to coat well. Place on the baking sheet and repeat with remaining ingredients.