Stuffed Jalapenos
(from Whosyababy05’s recipe box)
Stuffd Jalapenos may be made in advanced and frozen prior to frying
Source: Bennigans Cookbook
Serves 4 peopleCategories: Appetizers
Ingredients
- 20 90 count Jalapenos (canned)
- 1 1/4C cream cheese
- 3/4 C egg wash
- 1 c corn meal
Directions
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Drain juice from Jalapenos
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Cut a slit lengthwise in the jalapeno and carefully remove the seeds, taking care not to tear the paper
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stuff each pepper eith approximately 1 tbsp cream cheese and reshape to close the slit
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Dip the stuffed jalapenos individually into the egg wash, then roll in the corn meal. repeat for each pepper so there is a double coating on each
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Heat oil in fryer to 350degrees
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Load 6 peppers at a time into the hot oil and fry for 3 minutes
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Drain excess oil after frying
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When all the peppers are done, place them on a glass dish and into the microwave. Heat 10 seconds or until cheese is completely melted
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Serve with sour cream for dipping