Description
Crispy fried jalapeños made with a light, flavorful batter and served with creamy dips. Perfect as a spicy snack or party appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups fresh jalapeño slices (¼ inch thick rings, from 4–5 large jalapeños)
- 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 sparkling water (or lite beer)
- Canola oil, for frying
- Bottled or homemade ranch dressing, optional for dipping
Instructions
- Heat canola oil in a heavy-duty pot or deep fryer to 365°F (185°C). Line a tray with paper towels and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Add the beaten eggs and ¾ cup of sparkling water to the dry mixture. Whisk until smooth. Add more water as needed to create a thin batter.
- Add ½ cup of jalapeño slices to the batter and toss to coat evenly.
- Using tongs or your fingers, lift each coated jalapeño ring, let excess batter drip off, and gently place in the hot oil.
- Fry in batches for 4–5 minutes or until lightly golden and crispy.
- Remove from oil using a slotted spoon or spider and transfer to the paper towel-lined tray to drain.
- Repeat with the remaining jalapeño slices.
- Serve hot with ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Wear gloves when handling fresh jalapeños to avoid skin irritation.
- Use chilled sparkling water or beer for a crispier texture.
- Air fryer variation: Lightly spray coated rings with oil and air fry at 375°F for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- To reduce heat, remove seeds and white membranes from jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 47mg
Keywords: fried jalapeños, crispy jalapeño rings, spicy snack, homemade jalapeños