Description
Crispy Coated Stuffed Banana Peppers are a delightful fusion of textures and flavors. The crunchy, golden-brown coating gives way to a tender, juicy pepper filled with a savory mixture of cheese and spices, creating a mouthwatering experience that tantalizes the taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Stuffing:
- 8 large banana peppers, tops cut off and seeds removed
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked sausage, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- For the Coating:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- For Frying:
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sausage, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
- Stuff each banana pepper with the cheese mixture, pressing down gently to fill completely.
- Set up a breading station: place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and mix breadcrumbs with paprika and cayenne in a third bowl.
- Dredge each stuffed pepper in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in beaten eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the coated peppers to the hot oil, frying in batches for about 4-5 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.
- Remove the peppers and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve hot and enjoy your crispy coated stuffed banana peppers!
Notes
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the stuffed peppers a day in advance and refrigerate them before breading and frying.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: For a vegetarian option, omit the sausage and add chopped vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to the cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed banana pepper
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 450 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 8 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
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