Directions
Step 1
In a skillet, sauté the jalapeños until tender. 2-3 minutes.
Step 2
Slit the jalapeños lengthwise with a carving knife and remove the seeds and veins.
Step 3
Fill each jalapeño with grated cheese.
Step 4
Coat the jalapeños in flour and set aside.
Step 5
Use a hand mixer to whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form
Step 6
Preheat enough oil in a frying pan, dip the flour-coated jalapeños in the whisked egg whites and fry until golden on all sides.
Step 7
Serve the battered jalapeños with a side of Salsa Mexicana.
Notes:
- Fill the jalapeños with cooked minced meat for heartier one-biters.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 491
- Fat: 35.4g
- Carbs: 16.6g
- Protein: 25.2g
Ingredients
- 12 Whole jalapeños La Costeña
- 12 oz Manchego or cheddar cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs whites
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil as needed
- 1 jar Salsa Mexicana La Costeña
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