Fried Jalapenos Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Make Fried Jalapenos Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare jalapeño peppers: rinse and pat dry; slice lengthwise in half and remove seeds and membranes for milder heat, keeping the stems intact for easy dipping.
2
Make wet batter: in a medium bowl whisk together the egg and cold water until well combined.
3
Make dry coating: in a separate wide bowl or plate, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly dispersed.
4
Heat the oil: pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or pot to a depth of about 2 inches and heat to 350°F (175°C). Have a wire rack or paper towels ready for draining.

5
Dip each jalapeño half into the wet batter, allowing excess to drip back into the bowl.
6
Roll the battered jalapeños in the dry coating until fully coated; lightly tap to remove excess coating.

7
Carefully lower coated jalapeños into the hot oil in batches; fry for 2–3 minutes, turning once, until the coating is golden brown and crispy.
8
Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels; immediately season with salt to taste while hot.

9
Serve the crispy fried jalapeños hot with dipping sauces such as ranch or sour cream, and enjoy.