Ingredients
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- 3 fresh jalapeño peppers (sliced into rings)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 large eggs
- 4 ounces light beer (or fizzy seltzer)
- 2 to 3 cups peanut or vegetable oil (for frying)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Beat the eggs into the dry mixture until smooth, forming a batter.
- Stir in the light beer until fully combined.
- Coat jalapeño rings in the batter one at a time.
- Fry in batches for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels; sprinkle with salt while hot.
- Serve immediately with dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Adjust the spice level by choosing milder or hotter jalapeños based on your preference. For added flavor, try incorporating different spices into the batter such as cayenne pepper or cumin.