Best 2 Crunchy Jalape Recipes

CRISPY JALAPEñO & ONION PETALS

Crispy Jalapeño & Onion Petals image

These crispy, fried titbits make a great side dish or topping for meatballs and burgers. Leave the seeds in the jalapeños for an extra kick.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 large yellow onion, peeled
2 jalapeños
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Plenty of freshly ground black pepper
Canola oil, for frying

Steps:

Cut the onion in half and then into wedges. Separate the onion layers and add them to a bowl. Slice the jalapeños (seeds and all if you like things spicy) into very thin rounds and add to the bowl. Pour over the buttermilk and stir to combine. Let sit while you get the remaining ingredients together.
Combine the flour, salt and a generous pinch of black pepper in a separate bowl, then set aside.
Add 1 inch of oil to a large, heavy-bottom skillet. Heat to 375 degrees F or until a pinch of the flour sizzles when added to the skillet.
Using tongs, remove a handful of onions and jalapeños from the buttermilk and immediately dunk into the flour mixture, thoroughly coating them. Tap them on the inside of the bowl to shake off the excess.
Carefully add the coated onions and jalapeños to the hot oil, breaking them up with a spoon, so they don't stick together. Cook until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes.
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper-towel lined plate. Repeat with the remaining onions and jalapeños.
Serve immediately.

CRUNCHY AIR-FRIED JALAPENO SLICES

Crunchy Air-Fried Jalapeno Slices image

I first had these at a restaurant inside a casino in Tulsa, OK and it was love at first bite. I got to craving them the other day but didn't want the guilt of the deep-fry. I whipped up a batch in the air fryer and they turned out crispier than the deep-fried version. Don't forget the ranch!

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories Appetizers and Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
2 cups panko bread crumbs
1 ½ cups pickled jalapeno pepper slices, drained
nonstick cooking spray
1 cup ranch salad dressing

Steps:

Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Place flour in a bowl. Beat eggs in a separate bowl. Place bread crumbs in a third bowl.
Coat jalapeno rings first in flour, then in egg, and finally in the bread crumb mixture.
Place jalapeno rings in the basket of the air fryer, making sure none are overlapping. Spray the tops with cooking spray. Cook for 4 minutes. Flip the jalapeno rings over and spray the tops with more cooking spray. Cook for 4 minutes more. Repeat with remaining jalapeno rings. Serve with ranch dressing for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 72.8 mg, Fat 23.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 1016.7 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Tips:

Choose the right peppers: For the best flavor and texture, choose fresh, firm jalapeños that are deep green in color and have no blemishes.
Wear gloves when handling peppers: The capsaicin in jalapeños can irritate your skin, so it's important to wear gloves when handling them. If you do get capsaicin on your skin, wash it off with soap and water immediately.
Remove the seeds and ribs for less heat: If you want your crunchy jalapeños to be less spicy, remove the seeds and ribs before slicing them. This will reduce the amount of capsaicin in the peppers.
Slice the peppers thinly: This will help them to crisp up better in the oven.
Toss the peppers with oil and seasonings: This will help them to evenly coat and flavor the peppers.
Bake the peppers at a high temperature: This will help them to crisp up quickly and evenly.
Watch the peppers closely while they are baking: They can burn easily, so it's important to keep an eye on them.
Let the peppers cool completely before storing them: This will help them to stay crispy.

Conclusion:

Crunchy jalapeños are a delicious and versatile snack, topping, or ingredient. They can be used to add a spicy kick to tacos, burritos, salads, and sandwiches. They can also be enjoyed on their own as a healthy and satisfying snack. With a little bit of preparation, you can easily make your own crunchy jalapeños at home. So next time you're looking for a spicy snack, try making a batch of these crunchy jalapeños. You won't be disappointed!