Classic Mozzarella Sticks

Instructions

• 1Insert the oven rack into position 2 Down. Set the oven to Bake & Roast, Super Convection, 350°F, for 5 minutes and press Start to preheat. Meanwhile, continue to the next step.
• 2Combine the breadcrumbs and oil in a bowl and rub together. Spread evenly in the roasting pan.
• 3Place the eggs and flour in a medium bowl and whisk to combine, transfer to a shallow dish.
• 4Once preheated, place the pan in the oven and bake for 5 minutes. Halfway through cooking, stir the crumbs. Meanwhile, continue to the next step.
• 5Combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano and celery seeds in a small bowl.
• 6The crumbs should be golden brown. If not, press A Bit More.
  Tip: It may need a little more or a little less extra cooking time, best to keep an eye on it.
• 7Transfer the crumbs to a shallow dish. Add 1 tablespoon of the spice mixture and salt and stir to combine. Wipe out the roasting pan. Move the oven rack to position 3 Down and place the roasting pan on the rack to catch drips during cooking. Adjust the oven to Air Fry, Super Convection, 300°F, for 6 minutes and press Start. Meanwhile, continue to the next step.
• 8Place the cornstarch in a shallow dish with the remaining spice mix and stir to combine.
• 9Roll the mozzarella sticks in the cornstarch mixture to coat. Dip in the egg mixture then roll in the spiced crumbs. Place in the air fry basket, evenly spaced apart.
• 10Place the basket into position 1 and air fry for 6 minutes. When the oven signals halfway through cooking, rotate the basket and continue cooking.
• 11The sticks should be crisp on the outside and gooey in the center. If not, press A Bit More.
  Tip: It may need a little more or a little less extra cooking time, best to keep an eye on it.
• 12Allow the mozzarella sticks to cool for a few minutes to firm up. Serve with warm marinara sauce.