Taco Cheese Sticks 🌮🧀 – Crispy, Cheesy & Flavorful

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

For the Taco Cheese Sticks:

• 1 package string cheese or mozzarella cheese sticks 🧀
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder 🧄
• ½ teaspoon cumin 🌶️
• ½ teaspoon paprika 🌶️
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 🍞
• 1 egg 🥚
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (Panko for extra crunch) 🍞
• 1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips (optional for added crunch) 🌮
• Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂⚫
• Oil for frying 🫒

For the Dipping Sauce (Optional):

• 1/2 cup salsa 🍅
• 1/2 cup sour cream 🧴
• 1 tablespoon lime juice 🍋
• Fresh cilantro for garnish 🌿