Description
These Cheesy Jalapeño Popper Onion Rings are the perfect treat for any occasion, combining the heat of jalapeños with the richness of cheese, all wrapped up in a crispy onion ring. The combination creates a symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large onions, sliced into rings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup chopped jalapeños
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
- Lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, chopped jalapeños, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined.
- Separate the onion rings and fill each ring with the cheesy jalapeño filling.
- In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Dip each filled onion ring into the buttermilk, then coat with the flour mixture.
- In another bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat each flour-dusted onion ring with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 375°F (190°C). Fry the onion rings in batches for 2-3 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Garnish the onion rings with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, if desired. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Notes
Ensure the onion rings are well-coated before frying for the best texture and presentation. Adjust seasoning and jalapeño quantity to your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 rings
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg