If you're looking for a tantalizing appetizer or snack that will leave your taste buds begging for more, look no further than jalapeno poppers stuffed with cheese and crab. This delightful dish combines the bold and spicy flavors of jalapenos with the creamy richness of cheese and the delicate sweetness of crab, creating a culinary experience that's sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. With its crispy exterior, gooey interior, and a perfect balance of flavors, this culinary delight is a must-try for any food enthusiast.
Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!
CRAB STUFFED BAKED JALAPENO POPPERS
Crab stuffed jalapeno poppers are one of my favorite appetizer recipes! With just one bowl and in under 30 minutes, you'll have an addicting, slight spicy, super cheesy party snack.
Provided by Chrissie Nelson Rotko, www.offtheeatenpathblog.com
Categories appetizers
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. 2. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. 3. Slice the jalapenos in half and scoop out the seeds, membranes and other insides. 4. In a food processor or blender, add the butter crackers and pulse until they resemble fine crumbs (the same consistency as bread crumbs.) You can also crush crackers by hand using a potato masher, fork or your hands. Transfer cracker crumbs to a shallow bowl. 5. In a separate bowl, mix together cream cheese and both types of shredded cheese until combined. 6. Add lemon juice, Worcestershire and spices to the cream and shredded cheese mixture. Stir to incorporate. 7. Add diced red peppers to the cheese mixture and stir to combine. 8. Fold crab meat into cheese mixture. Set aside. 9. In another bowl, whisk together two eggs and set aside. 10. Stuff each jalapeno pepper half with cheese and crab mixture. Make sure you don't overstuff the peppers or they will explode in the oven! 11. Dip each stuffed pepper half completely into the egg mixture, then roll each pepper in the crushed crackers and place on prepared baking sheet. Repeat with each pepper half. 12. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the peppers are tender, the cracker topping is browned and the cheese is bubbly. 13. To add a little extra crisp to your baked jalapeno poppers, broil for about 3 minutes. 14. Serve while the baked jalapeno poppers are hot!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 46 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 9 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 165 grams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams unsaturated fat
CRAB + CREAM CHEESE JALAPEñO POPPERS
Oven-roasted cream cheese stuffed jalapeño poppers filled with cheesy crab and Chinese sausage filling with a crispy sesame onion topping. East meets West kinda snack with flavors that will tickle your taste buds.
Provided by Pups with Chopsticks
Categories Low-Carb Pescatarian Nut-Free Shellfish-Free Spicy Egg-Free Entertaining Peanut-Free Tree Nut-Free Tomato-Free Oven Stove
Time 35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Set the stove to medium heat and add in the Sesame Oil (1 tablespoon) in a frying pan
- Once the oil is hot, add in the Sesame Seeds (2 tablespoon) and toast it for about 10-15 seconds.
- Add in the Panko Breadcrumbs (1/2 cup) and fried Onion (1/4 cup) and toast it for a few minutes until they are golden brown.
- Once it is brown, remove it from the heat and set it aside for topping the jalapeño poppers at the very end.
- Wash the Jalapeño Pepper (12) and cut them in half lengthwise. When de-seeding the jalapeno, be careful not to breathe in the spicy fumes around the work area or touch your face after.
- Using a spoon, jab into the whites of the jalapeno near the top around the stem and scrape downwards. Set aside the scraped out jalapenos.
- Finely chop the Onion (1/2) and Chinese Sausage (1) and toast it in a frying pan to release the oils and flavours from the sausage and brown the onions, approximately 10 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- In a small bowl, combine the Cheddar Cheese (1 cup), Cream Cheese (250 gram), Soy Sauce (1 tablespoon), Honey (1/2 tablespoon), toasted onions and Chinese sausage, Imitation Crab (1 cup) and Garlic Powder (1/2 tablespoon). Mix well.
- Stuff the jalapeños with the cheese and crab stuffing and place it on a on a cookie sheet with lined with parchment paper.
- Roast the jalapeno popppers in the oven for approximately 15 minutes. If you are using smaller jalapenos, roast it for about 12 minutes. Our goal is to not overcook the poppers. Over cooked jalapenos will release a lot of water and make them soggy.
- Once it is done roasting, top the jalapenos with the crispy toppings immediately while the cheese is still soft.
- Serve and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 18 calories, Protein 0.6 g, Fat 1.4 g, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Sugar 0.3 g, Sodium 35.5 mg, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, TransFat 0.0 g, Cholesterol 3.3 mg, UnsaturatedFat 0.3 g
JALAPENO POPPERS STUFFED WITH CHEESE AND CRAB
Make and share this Jalapeno Poppers Stuffed with Cheese and Crab recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Carefully make a lengthwise slit up the side of each chile and remove the seed sack.
- Cover the jalapenos with milk and soak overnight in the refrigerator.
- Mix cheese and crab.
- Drain, rinse and fill each chile with cheese mixture.
- Coat each one lightly with flour (this helps the coating adhere).
- Mix together the egg, water and oil and dip each chile in the mixture, then in the crumbs.
- Make sure all the surface is coated with crumbs; gently pat any loose crumbs into place.
- Place the chiles on a rack, to dry at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before frying.
- This is important, because otherwise the coating will come off while frying.
- Deep fry the chiles in hot oil until golden brown, drain on paper towels season with salt and serve hot with salsa or your favorite sauce.
CRAB STUFFED JALAPENO POPPERS
I got you if you are still looking for an EASY and delicious snack that takes less than 20 minutes for the games this weekend! Cheesy Crab Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers are savory, delicious, and affordable to make at home. Pop them in the over before the guests arrive, and you get a fantastic snack to watch the games. Who are you cheering for this Sunday?
Provided by Tiffany
Categories Appetizer Main Course Side Dish Snack
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut the Jalapeno in half, and remove all the seeds. Make sure to use gloves or thoroughly wash your hands after
- Mix sweet corn, cream cheese, Japanese mayo, half of the cheese, and imitation crab meat in a bowl-season with black pepper to taste.
- Stuff the jalapeno with the filling and top with more shredded cheese and panko
- Bake at 450F for 10 minutes
JOE'S SCREAMING STUFFED JALAPENO POPPERS
Enjoy watching your tailgate buddies wipe tears off their faces after eating one of these tastefully disguised cheese-stuffed jalapenos. Originally created with the broiler in mind, these Jalepeno poppers have been enhanced by the BBQ to spice up tailgate parties and backyard mixers. These are easy to prepare in advance and store well in a cooler until ready to be BBQ'd.
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 40m
Yield 10 to 25 stuffed peppers
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the grill.
- Mix each package of cream cheese with chopped garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and a dash of chopped basil. Add a pinch of salt. Mix until mixture is soft and manageable.
- Slice each jalapeno lengthwise on 1 side, being careful not to cut the jalapeno in 1/2. Remove the seeds if you don't think your friends can handle the heat, otherwise leave'em and enjoy watching your friends shed a few extra tears. hehe... Depending on your pepper, you may have to slice around the stem of the pepper to create a manageable opening to squeeze the filling in.
- Fill either a pastry bag, or your choice of tools with the filling. Use something that will allow you to sqeeze the filling into the opening of the pepper with ease. I've used a plastic frosting tool, cookie press, and even just a small spoon to squeeze the filling in. However you choose, insert a liberal amount of filling into each jalapeno. Be careful not to overfill as the filling may spurt out during cooking.
- Wrap each pepper with 1 to 2 strips of bacon, securing the opening in the pepper. Secure the bacon with a toothpick (best to soak the toothpicks first, to prevent burning on the BBQ). This also helps the jalapenos from falling into the BBQ (you're bound to loose at least 1, oh well). Long metal or wood skewers also work well for large amounts.
- BBQ the peppers until they lightly roasted, or until the bacon is fully cooked. Use some foil to cook on if your peppers are cooking or burning too fast on a HOT BBQ.
- Serve 'em up and watch your friends squirm with delight!
CRAB-STUFFED JALAPENOS
"This is always a hit when my husband and I bring them to parties. They're especially great for sporting events and always seem to compliment the other food being served," says Susan Dugat of Rockport, Texas.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut stems off jalapenos; remove seeds and membranes; set aside. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder until blended. Stir in crab and cheese. , Transfer to a resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in a corner of the bag. Pipe filling into jalapenos. Wrap each with a piece of bacon; secure with toothpicks. , Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until peppers are crisp-tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 41 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHEESE-STUFFED JALAPEñO POPPERS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: jalapeño peppers, pepper jack cheese, eggs, flour, bread crumbs, toothpicks
Provided by Jody Duits
Categories Snacks
Yield 12 poppers
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut the top off each jalapeño and core it, scraping out all the seeds, with the back side of a spoon.
- Fill the jalapeños with pepper jack cheese, either melted or cubed.
- Place the top back on the jalapeños and secure with two toothpicks inserted diagonally.
- NOTE: Be sure each toothpick goes through both the top and the bottom of the jalapeño to secure it.
- Dredge in flour, eggs, then breadcrumbs. For a thicker breading, double bread the jalapeños by repeating the egg and breadcrumb dredging.
- Heat oil to 325°F (160°C).
- Fry each jalapeño popper until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes).
- Cool and allow extra oil to drip off on a plate lined with paper towels. Remove the toothpicks.
- Season with salt and serve immediately once cooled enough to handle.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 2 grams
CAJUN CRAB POPPERS
My brother moved to New Orleans and I love visiting him and his family whenever I can. These easy jalapeno poppers are stuffed with crab, cajun seasonings and bacon. They're a little hot and spicy, just like a visit to New Orleans! -Elizabeth Lubin, Huntington Beach, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Yield 16 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, beat the first 5 ingredients until blended. Stir in shredded cheese, crab and bacon. Cut jalapenos in half lengthwise and remove seeds. Spoon filling into pepper halves. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake until lightly browned, 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle with additional parsley.,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 187mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.
BACON WRAPPED CRAB STUFFED JALAPENO POPPERS RECIPE - (4.1/5)
Provided by christoph
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds Mix crab meat with cream cheese. Fill pepper halves with crab mixture and reassemble. Wrap each pepper loosely with strip of bacon and secure with tooth pick. Grill over indirect medium heat for about 25 to 35 minutes or until bacon is crisped.
BACON-WRAPPED JALAPENO POPPERS
Better than the typical poppers.
Provided by videogator
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Vegetable Jalapeno Popper Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Mix cream cheese and Cheddar cheese together in a bowl until evenly blended. Fill each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture. Put halves back together and wrap each stuffed pepper with a slice of bacon. Arrange bacon-wrapped peppers on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bacon is crispy, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 51.3 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 539.5 mg, Sugar 1 g
BAKED CREAM CHEESE JALAPENO POPPERS
After a number of unsatisfactory attempts at making deep-fried poppers, I modified a recipe by Emeril that is much easier than frying and everyone in our family agrees that these are at least as good as -- if not better than -- any fried poppers they have had! We love hot peppers and always make a lot of these from the ones we grow in our garden every year.
Provided by SANDYBREIT
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Vegetable Jalapeno Popper Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Blend cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, and taco seasoning together in a bowl; spread into jalapeno halves and arrange onto prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle bread crumbs over the cheese filling.
- Bake until the peppers are just tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 30.7 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 204.7 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
JALAPEñO POPPERS
There are many delicious versions of jalapeño poppers: Some are breaded and deep-fried, others use two kinds of cheese, and another, called armadillo eggs, calls for enrobing the cheese-stuffed peppers with ground meat and bacon. These easy-baked poppers are filled with tangy cream cheese - brightened with scallions, cilantro, garlic and lime zest - then wrapped with bacon for looks, salt and crunch. For a vegetarian variation, sprinkle the stuffed jalapeños with finely crumbled tortilla chips before baking to complement the crisp-tender chiles and the molten-cheese filling.
Provided by Alexa Weibel
Categories snack, finger foods, appetizer
Time 1h
Yield 24 poppers
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil, then top with a wire rack.
- Halve jalapeños lengthwise. (Do your best to halve them through their stems for added visual appeal.) Using the tip of a small spoon, scoop out and discard the seeds. Set the halved jalapeños aside.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the cream cheese, cilantro, scallions, garlic and lime zest, if using; season generously with salt and pepper.
- Season the inside of each halved jalapeño with salt and pepper, then fill each with about 2 teaspoons of the cream cheese mixture. (Fill until there's a slight dome on top.) Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with 1 piece of bacon, setting one tip of bacon on top of the cream cheese filling, then wrapping the bacon under and over the popper at an angle, so the bacon covers the filling on top in two layers. (The bacon will shrink as it cooks, so you want to make sure the top of the popper is well covered.) Arrange poppers evenly on the wire rack, nestling each popper between two parallel wires to keep it upright so the cream cheese doesn't spill during baking.
- Transfer to the oven, and bake until bacon is cooked through, about 25 minutes. Broil on the rack closest to the broiler until crisp, about 2 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm.
Tips:
- Choose the right peppers: Look for large, firm jalapeños with smooth skin. Avoid any peppers that are bruised or have blemishes.
- Wear gloves when handling peppers: The capsaicin in jalapeños can irritate your skin, so it's best to wear gloves when handling them. If you do get capsaicin on your skin, wash it off immediately with soap and water.
- Remove the seeds and ribs from the peppers: This will help to reduce the heat of the peppers. You can use a spoon or a knife to remove the seeds and ribs.
- Stuff the peppers with your favorite ingredients: You can use a variety of ingredients to stuff jalapeño poppers, such as cheese, crab, shrimp, sausage, or vegetables.
- Bake or fry the jalapeño poppers: You can bake or fry the jalapeño poppers, depending on your preference. If you're baking them, preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. If you're frying them, heat the oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve the jalapeño poppers with your favorite dipping sauce: Ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or guacamole are all popular choices.
Conclusion:
Jalapeño poppers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With a variety of stuffing options and cooking methods, there's a jalapeño popper recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a fun and tasty appetizer, give jalapeño poppers a try!
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