Ingredients

• 12 large fresh jalapenos
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 8 ounces imitation flaked crab, diced
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper, optional
• 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 1 cup all purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1 quart vegetable oil for frying

Special Equipment

Deep fryer or 2 quart stainless steel pot

Directions

1. Gut jalapenos by slicing down the middle. Don't cut all the way through, just one side, leaving stem top attached. Remove ribs. Leave seeds or remove, depending on heat level you prefer.
2. Combine softened cream cheese, crab, and red pepper flakes in a medium mixing bowl.
3. Using three small bowls, place bread crumbs in one bowl, flour in another, and milk and egg in yet another. Whisk milk and egg to combine.
4. Heat 1 quart oil to 375 degrees in a deep fryer or 2 quart pot.
5. Fill each jalapeno with cream cheese filling.
6. Dip each stuffed jalapeno into the milk mixture then flour, then milk mixture then flour, then milk mixture then bread crumbs. The triple coating steps helps make a solid coating that sticks. Set aside on a plate until all are coated.
7. Fry in batches without over crowding, 4 to 5 minutes until golden. Remove with a slotted spoon to a wire rack placed over paper towels.

Nutrition Info

Calories: 797 calories
Carbohydrates: 68.8 g
Fat: 46.2 g
Fiber: 5.2 g
Protein: 45.1 g
Sugar: 8.4 g
Sodium: 2503 mg

All values are Per Serving.