Heat your oil to 350°F (175°C) — not hotter, or your breadcrumbs burn before the cheese melts. Use a thermometer; guessing is for amateurs.
Fry in small batches. Crowding the pan drops the oil temperature, and you get greasy sticks instead of crispy masterpieces. Be patient, my friend.
Fried Cheese Sticks Recipe - Add a Pinch
When they float and turn deep gold (about 2–3 minutes), grab them out. Let them rest on paper towels for a full 60 seconds. This wait is pure torture, but it builds character.
