Best New Year's Eve Appetizers: Wonton Mozzarella Sticks

Step 1

Stir egg and water together and brush each wonton wrapper with the egg wash and place a piece of mozzarella in each wonton, diagonally in one corner.

Step 2

Tightly roll the stick of cheese in the wonton wrapper, tucking the sides in about halfway through the rolling, before completing and sealing.

Step 3

Place wrapped mozzarella stick onto a parchment lined baking sheet, seam side down.

Step 4

Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all the wontons and mozzarella sticks have been used.

Step 5

Place mozzarella stick in the freezer for at least an hour.

Step 6

Pour about 2 inches oil into a tall pot and preheat stovetop to 350˚F.

Step 7

Remove mozzarella sticks from freezer and fry in small batches, for about 3 to 4 minutes or until the wontons turn golden brown and the cheese has melted through.

Step 8

Drain onto a paper towel and lightly season with salt.

Step 9

Serve immediately with warm marinara sauce.