Homemade Fried Cheese Bites With Crispy Golden Coating - Quickie Recipe

Ingredients

• 16 oz (450 g) low-moisture mozzarella block, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
• 1/2 cup (65 g) all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) milk
• 1 cup (60 g) panko breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup (55 g) Italian-style breadcrumbs
• 1/3 cup (30 g) finely grated parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon fine salt, plus more for finishing
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups (950 ml) canola, vegetable, or peanut oil, for frying
• 1 cup (240 ml) warm marinara sauce, for dipping