Description
These crispy and spicy fried jalapeños are perfect for a tasty appetizer or snack. The jalapeño slices are coated in a flavorful beer batter, fried to golden perfection, and served with a side of ranch dressing for dipping.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- Canola oil for frying
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- ¾–1 cup American style lite beer (Miller Lite, Bud Lite, or Coors Lite)
- 1½ cups fresh jalapeno slices (¼-inch thick rings, from 4–5 large jalapenos)
Optional:
- Bottled or homemade ranch dressing (for dipping sauce)
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a bowl, mix flour, salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper. Slowly whisk in the beaten eggs and beer until a smooth batter forms.
- Fry the jalapeños: Dip the jalapeño slices in the batter, letting excess drip off. Fry in hot oil until golden brown and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Serve the fried jalapeños hot with ranch dressing on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Make sure the oil is hot enough (around 350°F) before frying to ensure a crispy coating.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeños to suit your desired level of spiciness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg