Experience the delicious heat of our Fried Jalapeno coated in flour and egg batter. Its crispy, golden-brown outer layer provides a satisfying crunch with every bite. These deep-fried jalapeños are perfect as appetizers or snacks.
You won't believe how simple this fried jalapeno recipe is. All you need are some fresh jalapeños, a basic batter, and a hot pot of oil. You'll be munching in no time!
Want it spicier? Leave the seeds in. Would you prefer a milder kick? Remove them. You're the chef; you decide(refer to snack recipes for more ideas)!
These fried jalapeños slices are not just for snacking; use them as a topping for burgers, tacos, or salads. Plus, you can make a large batch and freeze them. ENJOY!!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
⭐️Easy, effortless, and delicious recipe.
⭐️Perfect for sharing with your friends and family.
⭐️Great for a quick snack craving.
Ingredients
- Jalapeños. If jalapeños are too hot for your taste, substitute them with Anaheim peppers for a milder experience.
- Flour: We have used a combination of all-purpose flour and cornstarch for the crispy texture.
- Eggs. It is a binding agent that holds the flour and the jalapeno in place.
- Smoked Paprika: You can substitute sweet paprika with regular paprika.
- Onion and garlic powder. I highly advise not to skip these flavoring agents.
- Ground black pepper: Adjust to your preference.
- Canola or vegetable oil. For frying the jalapeños to golden perfection.
- Cornmeal(optional). Cornmeal adds a crunchy texture.
How To Make Fried Jalapeno?
- Wash and slice the jalapeños into rings. Toss them in a bowl with flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, beaten eggs, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Preheat a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F. Carefully place the coated jalapeño slices into the hot oil without crowding.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Tip: Maintain oil temperature for crispiness.
- Then, remove and drain on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
How To Use?
- Add the fried jalapenos to burgers, grilled cheese, tacos, and burritos.
- Toss them into mac and cheese or pizza.
- Use as a topping for the salad and chili.
♨️How to Adjust the Heat
The heat level of fried jalapeños can range from moderate to medium, depending on the jalapeno type and how the seeds are intact.
When fried, the heat mellows slightly, but the jalapeños will still taste hot.
Removing the seeds and ribs before frying is best if you have a low heat tolerance.
Storing & Reheating
You can use the leftovers in salads, tacos, or burritos.
Leftover fried jalapenos can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for about three months.
To reheat, bake in the preheated oven at 375°F and bake for about 10 minutes, or set the air fryer to 370°F and air fry for about 5 minutes, or until they turn crispy.
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Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Even Slicing: Use a food processor or mandolin to cut evenly sized slices. This ensures uniform heating, resulting in the best-tasting crispy fried jalapeños.
- For an extra crunchy crust, double-batter your jalapeños. Just be sure not to overcrowd the pan while frying.
- For better crispiness. Chill your batter mix for 15-20 minutes before dipping and frying to ensure a crispy crust.
FAQ
To get the batter to stick, dip the jalapeños in a wet mix of eggs and milk, followed by a dry mixture of flour, cornmeal, and spices. Again, the wet mixture and then the dry mix.
Frying mellows out the spiciness of jalapeños by breaking down some capsaicin. It makes them more approachable while still retaining a kick.
More Jalapeno Recipes
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📖 Recipe
Fried Jalapeno
Ingredients
- 8 Jalapeños sliced into rings
- ½ cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 Eggs beaten
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- ½ teaspoon Onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon Salt To taste
- 1 cup vegetable oil For frying
- ¼ cup Cornmeal optional
Instructions
- Preheat a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F.
- Wash jalapeños thoroughly and slice them into rings.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip the jalapeño slices into the beaten eggs, then gently dredge them in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
- Carefully drop the coated jalapeño slices into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
Notes
- Chilling the batter 15-20 minutes before frying ensures a crispier crust.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- To reheat, bake at 375°F for 10 minutes or air fry at 370°F for 5 minutes for crispy results.
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Miriam says
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Sujatha Muralidhar says
Oh wow, thank you so much Miriam! I'm thrilled you found me, and I'm glad my recipes can help you make the most of your jalapeño bounty. Happy cooking, and enjoy your garden’s delicious harvest!