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Disco Fries with Cheese and Gravy

Disco Fries consist of crispy fried breaded cheese sticks served smothered in hot, thick gravy. The dish combines the textures of crunchy cheese exterior, melted cheese interior, and smooth gravy, resulting in a messy, indulgent comfort food. It is typically assembled by frying cheese, preparing gravy, and pouring the hot gravy over the crispy fries and cheese for a gooey, salty final presentation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz mozzarella cheese sticks cut into halves for easier breading
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour for breading
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch
  • 2 cups frozen French fries preferably thick-cut
  • 2 cups beef or vegetable gravy hot and thickened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional, for topping

Equipment

  • Deep fryer or large pot for frying
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Saucepan
  • Slotted spoon
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat the deep fryer or large pot filled with oil to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the breading station by placing flour in one shallow dish, beaten eggs in another, and panko breadcrumbs in a third.
  3. Dip each mozzarella cheese stick half into flour, then into eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
    8 oz mozzarella cheese sticks
  4. Fry the breaded cheese sticks in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove and drain on paper towels.
    8 oz mozzarella cheese sticks
  5. Meanwhile, bake or cook the French fries according to package instructions until crispy, then transfer to a serving platter.
    8 oz mozzarella cheese sticks
  6. Pour the hot gravy over the crispy fries evenly and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top if desired. Arrange the fried cheese sticks on or alongside the fries.
    8 oz mozzarella cheese sticks
  7. Serve immediately while the cheese is gooey and the gravy is sizzling, providing a messy, flavorful experience.