🧀 Crispy Cheese Sticks – Delicious, Easy, and Perfect for Any Occasion!
Whether you’re looking for an irresistible appetizer for an aperitivo with friends, a unique side dish, or a savory homemade snack, these cheese and potato sticks are the perfect solution. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, bursting with flavor and ready to delight both adults and children.
You can fry them for a super delicious result or bake them for a lighter but equally delicious version!
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🛒 Ingredients (for about 4 people)
500g potatoes (preferably floury, such as Russet or old potatoes)
100 g of cornstarch (corn starch, used to make the dough more compact and crunchy)
50g grated mozzarella or other stringy cheese (such as scamorza or Emmental)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped fresh parsley (optional, but adds freshness)
Light seed oil (for frying)
(For the baked version: a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil)