Appetizers
Crispy Jalapeño Poppers
⏱ 30 minutes
🍽 4 people
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Ingredients
- 12 large jalapeño peppers
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Vegetable oil for frying
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F.
- Cut off the tops of the jalapeños and scoop out the seeds and membranes.
- In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, cilantro, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each jalapeño with the cheese mixture.
- Dip each stuffed jalapeño in the beaten eggs and then roll in panko breadcrumbs to coat.
- Fry the jalapeño poppers in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Drain the poppers on paper towels and serve hot.
