Side Pannel
Ortega Hot Poppers
Ingredients List
- 1 cn (3 1/2 oz) whole jalapenos;
- -drained
- 1 c Cheddar cheese; shredded
- 3 oz Cream cheese; softened
- 1/4 c Fresh cilantro; chopped
- 1/2 c All-purpose flour
- 2 Eggs; lightly beaten
- 2 c Cornflakes cereal; crushed
- Vegetable oil
- Thick & chunky salsa-- mild;
- -medium or hot
- Sour cream; optional
Directions
Cut jalapenos lengthwise into halves; remove seeds. Blend cheddar cheese,
cream cheese and cilantro in small bowl. Place 1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons cheese
mixture into each jalapeno half; chill for 15 minutes or until cheese is
firm. Dip each jalapeno in flour; shake off excess. Dip in eggs; coat with
cornflake crumbs. Add oil to 1 inch depth in medium skillet; heat over high
heat for 1 minute. Place jalapenos in oil; fry, turning frequently with
tongs, until golden brown on all sides. Remove from skillet; place on paper
towels. Serve with salsa and sour cream for dipping. Makes 8 servings.
Typed by Lynn Thomas dcqp82a. Source: Ortega Cookbook.
cream cheese and cilantro in small bowl. Place 1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons cheese
mixture into each jalapeno half; chill for 15 minutes or until cheese is
firm. Dip each jalapeno in flour; shake off excess. Dip in eggs; coat with
cornflake crumbs. Add oil to 1 inch depth in medium skillet; heat over high
heat for 1 minute. Place jalapenos in oil; fry, turning frequently with
tongs, until golden brown on all sides. Remove from skillet; place on paper
towels. Serve with salsa and sour cream for dipping. Makes 8 servings.
Typed by Lynn Thomas dcqp82a. Source: Ortega Cookbook.
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