Fried Green Tomatillos With Jalapeño Dipping Sauce

Name: Fried Green Tomatillos With Jalapeño Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup jalapeno pepper jelly; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 teaspoon grated lime rind; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt, divided; 1 teaspoon pepper, divided; 1/2 cup milk; 1 large egg; 1 cup cracker meal; 12 medium tomatillos, sliced; 2 cups vegetable oil; 1 cup bacon drippings

Servings: persons

1/2 cup jalapeno pepper jelly
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon grated lime rind
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg
1 cup cracker meal
12 medium tomatillos, sliced
2 cups vegetable oil
1 cup bacon drippings

1
Cook jelly and lime juice in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring often, until jelly melts. Remove from heat; stir in lime rind, and set aside.
2
Combine flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a shallow dish. Combine milk and egg in a small bowl, stirring well.
3
Combine cracker meal, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a shallow dish. Coat tomatillo slices in flour mixture, dip in milk mixture, and dredge in cracker meal mixture.
4
Heat vegetable oil and bacon drippings to 374u00b0 in a deep fat fryer. Fry tomatillo slices in batches 2 to 3 1/2 minutes or until golden. Drain on paper towels, and serve immediately with jalapeno jelly mixture.
5
Note: To fry whole tomatillos, peel back husks, leaving stem ends attached; proceed as directed.

1507

kcal

Calories

149

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup jalapeno pepper jelly, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 teaspoon grated lime rind, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Fried Green Tomatillos With Jalapeño Dipping Sauce falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!