Description
Enjoy these crispy fried jalapeño slices, a spicy and crunchy snack or appetizer. Each ring is battered and fried to golden perfection, offering a delightful contrast when served with cool ranch dressing. This easy recipe is perfect for gatherings or when you simply crave a flavorful, homemade treat.
Ingredients
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- 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 to 1 cup club soda or sparkling water
- 1½ cups fresh jalapeño slices, ¼-inch thick rings (from about 4–5 large jalapeños)
- Optional: Ranch dressing, for dipping
Instructions
- Heat canola oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 365°F (185°C).
- Prepare a paper towel-lined tray for draining the fried slices.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Add eggs and ¾ cup club soda, whisking until the batter is smooth. Thin with more sparkling water if needed to achieve a thinner-than-pancake consistency.
- Toss about half of the jalapeño slices in the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Carefully drop each coated slice into the hot oil, one by one, allowing excess batter to drip off. Avoid overcrowding the pot.
- Fry the jalapeño slices for 4–5 minutes, until golden on both sides.
- Using a slotted spoon or skimmer, transfer the fried jalapeños to the paper towel-lined tray to drain.
- Repeat the frying process with the remaining slices.
- Serve the crispy fried jalapeño slices hot with ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
- For a milder flavor, remove seeds and membranes from jalapeños before slicing.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the batter for extra heat.
- This recipe can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free flour and sparkling water.
- Alternatives to ranch dressing include spicy mayo or a tangy yogurt sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 375°F for a few minutes until crispy. Avoid microwaving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 250-300 (varies based on serving size and dipping sauce)
- Sugar: Less than 1g
- Sodium: Approximately 300-400mg
- Fat: Approximately 15-20g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 2-3g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 13-17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 20-25g
- Fiber: Approximately 2-3g
- Protein: Approximately 3-4g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 50-60mg