Jodi’s Deep-Fried Stuffed Jalapenos

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 15

Jodi's Deep-Fried Stuffed Jalapenos - a spicy and cheesy snack

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

352

Sugar

Fat

29g

Jodi's Deep-Fried Stuffed Jalapenos are a delicious and spicy snack that is perfect for serving at parties or as an appetizer. The combination of spicy jalapenos and gooey melted Cheddar cheese makes for a mouthwatering treat that is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. These jalapeno halves are coated in a crispy cornmeal coating and deep-fried to perfection. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for an extra burst of flavor.

Instructions

1.	Slice the jalapeno peppers lengthwise and remove the seeds.
2.	Cut the Cheddar cheese into thin strips and stuff them into the jalapeno halves.
3.	In a bowl, mix together the cornmeal, flour, and salt.
4.	Dip the stuffed jalapeno halves into the beaten eggs, then coat them in the cornmeal mixture.
5.	Heat the corn oil in a deep-frying pan or pot.
6.	Fry the jalapeno halves until golden brown, then remove them from the oil and drain them on a paper towel.
7.	Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

PROS

Jalapenos are a good source of vitamin C and other beneficial nutrients.
This recipe is easy to make and is a crowd-pleaser at parties and gatherings.

CONS

Deep-frying the jalapenos can make them high in calories and fat.
Some people may find the spiciness of the jalapenos too intense.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Jalapenos are low in calories and high in antioxidants, vitamin C, and other beneficial nutrients. They have anti-inflammatory properties and may help to boost metabolism.

	24 pickled jalapeno peppers
	1 pound Cheddar cheese
	1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
	1/2 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
	1 teaspoon salt
	2 eggs , beaten
	4 cups corn oil for frying