Serious Heat: Okra-Fried Jalapenos

Health score
4%
Serious Heat: Okra-Fried Jalapenos
45 min.
6
324kcal

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If you're looking to spice up your next gathering or simply want to indulge in a fiery snack, look no further than our Serious Heat: Okra-Fried Jalapenos! This tantalizing side dish combines the bold flavors of pickled jalapenos with a crispy, golden coating that will leave your taste buds dancing. Perfectly fried to achieve that satisfying crunch, these jalapenos are not just a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes.

Imagine the aroma of sizzling jalapenos wafting through your kitchen, enticing everyone to gather around. The secret lies in the unique blend of cornmeal and crushed tortilla chips that create a delightful texture, while the addition of garlic powder and hot sauce elevates the heat to a whole new level. Paired with a creamy horseradish dipping sauce, each bite is a perfect balance of spice and coolness, making it an irresistible combination.

This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also ready in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or impromptu get-togethers. With six generous servings, you can share the love (or keep it all to yourself!). So, gather your ingredients, heat up that oil, and get ready to impress your friends and family with this fiery delight that’s sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • servings canola oil as needed
  • Handful corn chips crushed
  • 0.5 cup cornmeal 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.5 cup flour 
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • tablespoons horseradish 
  • teaspoons hot sauce 
  • cups jalapeno drained sliced
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup cream sour

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. For the dipping sauce, mix all ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Let chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal, flour and finely crushed chips. In a smaller bowl, mix the milk, eggs, garlic powder and salt.
  4. Warm the oil in a medium sauté pan over medium-high heat. (I found that about a half-inch of oil in the pan was adequate.)
  5. Using a slotted spoon or hands, spoon some of the peppers into the milk mixture to coat, and then toss into the cornmeal mixture to coat too. Shake off excess cornmeal coating.
  6. In batches, add the coated jalapenos into sauté pan, and fry until golden in hot oil.
  7. Drain on paper towels. Repeat in batches until all the jalapenos have been fried.
  8. Serve jalapenos hot with horseradish sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories324kcal
Protein6.44%
Fat65.34%
Carbs28.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.25
Glycemic Load
12.38
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.784782658453%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.4mg
Quercetin
1.52mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:324.12kcal
16.21%
Fat:23.87g
36.73%
Saturated Fat:5.7g
35.65%
Carbohydrates:23.2g
7.73%
Net Carbohydrates:20.64g
7.5%
Sugar:4.21g
4.67%
Cholesterol:52.34mg
17.45%
Sodium:282.7mg
12.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.3g
10.6%
Vitamin C:38.17mg
46.27%
Vitamin E:3.83mg
25.52%
Vitamin K:16.36µg
15.58%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.96%
Vitamin A:637.02IU
12.74%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.56%
Selenium:8.72µg
12.45%
Phosphorus:116.11mg
11.61%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.5%
Fiber:2.56g
10.26%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.14%
Folate:40.47µg
10.12%
Calcium:77.25mg
7.72%
Magnesium:29.86mg
7.46%
Vitamin B3:1.41mg
7.07%
Potassium:234.23mg
6.69%
Iron:1.15mg
6.42%
Zinc:0.88mg
5.89%
Vitamin B5:0.54mg
5.45%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.26%
Copper:0.08mg
3.91%
Vitamin D:0.37µg
2.47%