Fried Jalapenos

Step 1

Wear protective kitchen gloves before handling the jalapenos.

Step 2

Slice the jalapenos in thin rings (about 1/8 inch) and clean out the inside ribs and part (or all) of the seeds with a small spoon. Alternatively, use a jalapeno corer to remove the seeds and ribs and then slice in rings.

Step 3

Set them aside in a bowl.

Step 4

Bring cooking oil to 350°F. Use a deep pot or fryer.

Step 5

Using a small strainer dust flour (pretend you are small scale sifting) over the jalapeno rings to coat them with flour. Alternatively, place the flour in a bowl and add a heaping handful of jalapeno rings at a time to coat well with flour. Work in batches either way.

Step 6

Add each batch of flour coated jalapenos to the cooking oil and fry until they begin to turn golden. Remove immediately and drain onto a paper towel lined plate.

Step 7

Allow to drain for half a minute before sprinkling with hops (or other flavored) salt.

Step 8

Proceed with coating the next batch with flour and ensure that the cooking oil is at exactly 350°F before frying them.

Step 9

Continue with the steps until you have worked through all the jalapenos.

Step 10

Enjoy immediately. Pair with an IPA or pale ale.