Jalapeno Poppers Southern Style Recipe

Name: Jalapeno Poppers Southern Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 medium jalapeno peppers; 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; 4 ounces finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese, softened; 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves; 3 tablespoons sliced green onions; ¼ teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon cumin; 1 dash pepper; 1 egg, beaten with a little water; cornmeal; oil (for frying)

Servings: persons

24 medium jalapeno peppers
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 ounces finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese, softened
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
3 tablespoons sliced green onions
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon cumin
1 dash pepper
1 egg, beaten with a little water
cornmeal
oil (for frying)

1
Beat together cream cheese and cheddar until fluffy.
2
Mix in cilantro, onion, and seasonings.
3
Snip corner off a ziploc baggie.
4
Put cheese mixture in bag.
5
Pipe filling into peppers.
6
Refrigerate until firm.
7
Or freeze untouching in layers for later use.
8
Heat 1/4 inch oil in skillet over medium-high heat; reduce to medium.
9
Dip poppers in egg then coat in corn meal.
10
Fry 3 minutes per side, in batches, or until browned and cheese is warm.
11
To prepare the peppers ahead of time, cut off tops, broil on all sides until skins are blistered, steam in plastic bag at least 1/2 hour, then peel and carefully remove the innards with a small skinny knife.
12
Wear gloves or your hands will sting for 2 days!

507

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 medium jalapeno peppers, 8 ounces cream cheese, softened, 4 ounces finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese, softened, 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves, and more.

Yes, Jalapeno Poppers Southern Style falls under the General 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.

Jalapeno Poppers Southern Style

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