JALAPEñO POPPERS

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Try to eat just one. A haute version of the favorite bar food, these bites resemble miniature chiles rellenos. A double layer of bread crumbs is the key to their miraculously crisp exterior.

Provided by Ian Knauer

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Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 fresh jalapeños
3 ounces coarsely grated Cheddar (1 cup)
3 ounces coarsely grated Monterey Jack (1 cup)
1 teaspoon hot sauce
3 large eggs
1 cup plain fine dry bread crumbs
2 teaspoons dried oregano
About 4 cups vegetable oil
Special Equipment
A deep-fat thermometer

Steps:

  • Cut a lengthwise slit from stem to bottom of each chile. Make a crosswise incision at stem end, forming a T.
  • Pry open enough to hold back long cuts (to expose ribs and seeds), then devein and seed using tip of a paring knife and kitchen shears.
  • Stir together cheeses, hot sauce, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 3/4 teaspoon salt.
  • Fill chiles with cheese mixture, pressing seams closed after filling, so that cheese is compacted and chile retains its shape.
  • Lightly beat eggs in a small shallow bowl. Stir together bread crumbs, oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in another shallow bowl.
  • Dip chiles in egg, letting excess drip off, then coat with bread crumbs, transferring to a work surface. Repeat coating with egg and crumbs to form a second layer.
  • Heat 2 inches oil to 325°F in a medium saucepan. Fry chiles in 3 batches, stirring occasionally, until golden brown all over, 5 to 6 minutes per batch. Transfer to several layers of paper towels to drain. Return oil to 325°F between batches.

Real Music
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These jalapeño poppers were a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them. He said they were the perfect combination of heat and flavor.


Bisirikirwa Florence
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I love jalapeño poppers and these were some of the best I've ever had. They were so easy to make and they tasted amazing.


All update
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These jalapeño poppers were really good! I liked the crispy breading and the creamy filling. I would definitely make them again.


Njabulo Celimpilo Manqele
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I wasn't a big fan of these jalapeño poppers. I found them to be a bit bland and the breading was too thick.


Zubayer Rahman
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These jalapeño poppers were a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them. He said they were the perfect combination of heat and flavor.


Nurat Makanjuola
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I love jalapeño poppers and these were some of the best I've ever had. They were so easy to make and they tasted amazing.


Charlotte “Shyza” Ndlazi
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These jalapeño poppers were really good! I liked the crispy breading and the creamy filling. I would definitely make them again.


imaging 24
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I made these jalapeño poppers for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They were the perfect appetizer.


Mercy Adika
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I wasn't a big fan of these jalapeño poppers. I found them to be a bit bland and the breading was too thick.


Raihan Hossin
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These jalapeño poppers were a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them. He said they were the perfect combination of heat and flavor.


Douae Harrak
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I love jalapeño poppers and these were some of the best I've ever had. They were so easy to make and they tasted amazing.


Tamanna Emu
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These jalapeño poppers were really good! I liked the crispy breading and the creamy filling. I would definitely make them again.


Ebubedike Benedicta
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I made these jalapeño poppers for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. They were the perfect combination of spicy and cheesy.


Morgan Lawson
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These jalapeño poppers were so easy to make and they turned out great! I used a mix of cream cheese and cheddar cheese for the filling and they were delicious. I will definitely be making these again.


Usman Aliyu
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I love jalapeño poppers and these were some of the best I've ever had. The filling was flavorful and the breading was perfect. I will definitely be making these again soon.


Aya Gadd
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These jalapeño poppers were a hit at my party! They were crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, with just the right amount of heat. I will definitely be making these again.


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