Best 2 Texas Armadillo Eggs Recipes
Texas armadillo eggs are a delicious and unique appetizer or side dish that is sure to impress your guests. Made with a combination of ground beef, sausage, cheese, and spices, these tasty treats are then wrapped in a wonton wrapper and deep-fried until golden brown. The result is a crispy outer shell with a savory, cheesy filling that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. You can find many different recipes for Texas armadillo eggs online, and with a little experimentation, you can create your own signature version of this classic dish. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, and enjoy!
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
TEXAS ARMADILLO EGGS
This is a great recipe to make for a gathering of any kind. I usually end up making several batches because they don't last long with a group of hungry snackers. These photos are from the internet so you can see the end product.
Provided by Jeanne Benavidez
Categories Meat Appetizers
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
- 2. Trim off the stems of each pepper. Cut a slit down one side of each pepper. Remove the seeds and as much of the white membrane as possible. Set aside.
- 3. In a medium bowl, combine the sausage, Bisquick and garlic salt. Mix well (by hand is easiest).
- 4. Gently insert one or two cubes of the cheese into each jalapeno.
- 5. Pinch off a portion of the sausage mixture and shape it around each jalapeno, covering it completely but don't make too thick. Make into egg shape.
- 6. Roll each "egg" in bread crumbs to coat.
- 7. Arrange the "eggs" evenly on a prepared (sprayed with cookng spray)cookie sheet. Spray "eggs" lightly with cooking spray and bake for 25 minutes until lightly browned.
TEXAS ARMADILLO EGGS
This is a wonderful appetizer. The flavors of Jalapeno, pork sausage, and cream cheese make mouths water. My family loves this, and begs for it on every holiday.
Provided by Chef GingerJ
Categories Peppers
Time 1h
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut off stems of jalapenos; using a knife and scooping action, remove all seeds and ridges. Rinse well; be sure you have all the seeds out!
- Combine sausage, egg, and bread crumbs in a bowl.
- Fill jalapenos with cream cheese, using a spoon or cake decorator with large tip.
- Make small patties with the sausage mix; wrap one around each jalapeno, sealing it with your fingers.
- Place on cookie sheet; bake in over at 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes. Let cool, cut in half across the middle. Makes 40 Jalapeno eggs.
- Serve with or without a salsa dip.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.5, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 39.4, Sodium 588.6, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.8, Protein 5.5
Tips:
- To make the perfect Texas Armadillo Eggs, you'll need a few key ingredients: ground beef, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon, jalapeños, and spices.
- Be sure to cook the ground beef thoroughly before mixing it with the other ingredients.
- Use a food processor or blender to finely chop the jalapeños and onions.
- If you don't have a food processor or blender, you can mince the jalapeños and onions by hand.
- Be careful not to overstuff the jalapeños, or they will burst open during cooking.
- Bake the Texas Armadillo Eggs at a high temperature for a short amount of time, or they will become dry.
- Serve the Texas Armadillo Eggs immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Texas Armadillo Eggs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. With their unique flavor and cheesy goodness, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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