Panko Mozzarella Sticks

Directions

1. 1
   Slice string cheese pieces in half, for a total of 32 pieces.
2. 2
   Place flour in a small bowl.
3. 3
   In a separate bowl, whisk eggs and milk.
4. 4
   In another separate bowl, combine panko bread crumbs with parsley flakes.
5. 5
   TO ASSEMBLE: One by one, roll mozzarella sticks in flour, then dunk in egg/milk mixture, then place in panko crumbs. Use your hand to sweep crumbs all over the mozzarella stick. Gently remove and place on a tray or cookie sheet. Repeat until all mozzarella sticks are coated.
6. 6
   ***Place tray in freezer for 20 to 30 minutes to flash freeze.***.
7. 7
   TO COOK: Heat 1 1/2 inches canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add mozzarella sticks 8 at a time. Watch closely and turn over to evenly brown, cooking less than 2 minutes. Do not allow cheese to bubble and leak.
8. 8
   Remove to a paper towel-lined plate.
9. 9
   Serve immediately with warm marinara sauce.