Mozzarella Sticks II

Ingredients

• 1 egg white
• 1 cup beer
• 1 pinch ground white pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 4 cups safflower oil
• 1 pound mozzarella cheese sticks
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
• 3/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and white pepper. Gradually pour in beer. Whisk briskly. Cover and allow the mixture to stand 90 minutes.
2. In a large, deep skillet, heat safflower oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
3. Whip the egg white into the batter. Dip mozzarella cheese sticks into the batter.
4. With a slotted metal spoon, place coated cheese sticks a few at a time into the hot oil. Fry 2 1/2 to 3 minutes, until crisp and golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.