Crisp Stuffed Jalapeños
Servings Calories % from Fat Fat Sodium Carbohydrates Protein Cholesterol
4 to 6 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A


INGREDIENTS:
3/4 cup vinegar salt 12 medium jalapeños
12 small cooked shrimp or 12 whole blanched almonds 1/2 cup or more shredded jack or panela cheese all-purpose flour
3 eggs, separated freshly ground pepper oil for frying



1 With sharp knife, make slit along one side of each jalapeño, leaving stems intact. Remove seeds, if desired. Stuff each with 1 shrimp or almond and some cheese or entirely with cheese. Coat with flour.
2 Beat egg whites with mixer until soft peaks form. In separate bowl, beat egg yolks lightly with 1 tablespoon flour and salt and pepper to taste. Gently fold into whites. Pour oil into heavy deep skillet to depth of 1 inch. Heat to 375 degrees F.
3 Holding each prepared jalapeño by stem, dip into batter to coat. Drop into hot oil and fry, turning once, until golden. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

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