“Mozzarella” Sticks
Going dairy-free doesn’t mean no more fried cheese sticks. Soy-based cheese works best because the high-protein content helps hold the sticks together.
175 CALORIES PER SERVING
FRYER TEMP 380°F
PREP TIME 15 mins
COOK TIME 8 mins
MAKES 10 • SERVING SIZE 2
10oz (285g) block vegan mozzarella-style cheese (Follow Your Heart recommended)
½ cup aquafaba (from a 15oz [420g] can of chickpeas)
2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs
½ tsp kosher salt
marinara sauce
1. Set the air fryer temp to 380°F. Spray the fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Cut the mozzarella into 10 sticks. Place the aquafaba and breadcrumbs in separate medium bowls. Dip the cheese in the aquafaba and then in the breadcrumbs.
3. Place the cheese in the fryer basket and cook until golden, about 7 to 8 minutes.
4. Transfer the cheese sticks to a platter and season with salt. Allow them to cool slightly before serving with the marinara sauce.
NUTRITION PER 2 STICKS:
TOTAL FAT 14g • SATURATED FAT 0g • CHOLESTEROL 0mg • SODIUM 417mg • CARBS 20g DIETARY FIBERS 0g • SUGARS 0g • PROTEIN 4g