Crispy Fried Jalapeno Slices

I love deep fried appetizers, even if I don’t make them often. I’ve always loved jalapenos, so making deep fried jalapeno slices has long been on my list of things to make. With the big game coming up I knew I wanted to try something new.

  • Total 25 minutes
  • Serves 4
  • Appetizer
  • American
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A close up photo of a plate of crispy fried jalapeno slices served with a bowl of dipping sauce.

I love deep fried appetizers, even if I don’t make them often. I’ve always loved jalapenos, so making deep fried jalapeno slices has long been on my list of things to make. With the big game coming up I knew I wanted to try something new. These fried jalapeno appetizers are amazing and I can’t wait to make them again on the big day!

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Deep Fried Jalapeno Slices

Tailgating is a big thing, but I’m a “homegater”. I prefer to watch the big game with friends from the comfort of my living room. But I’m always looking for homegating recipes, just like these fried jalapenos.

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A plate of crispy fried jalapeno slices served with dipping sauces.

I served these with some Ranch dressing as well as some Monterey Jack flavored cheese sauce. If you’re serving these for the big game or other party, you’ll probably want to at least double and probably triple the recipe! They are that good.

A plate of crispy fried jalapeno slices served with dipping sauce.

When I made these, I drained and dried the jalapeno peppers. They were already the hot variety, so leaving the juice on and mixing it into the batter probably would have made them even hotter. So if that’s your preference, by all means do that!

Photos of the steps to make crispy fried jalapeno slices.

Make enough, especially if you are homegating. having a party means hungry guests, so you can double or triple this recipe. You can print it below.

A photo of a crispy fried jalapeno slice dipped in ranch and another photo of a half eaten crispy jalapeno slice.

Mezzetta has a large variety, I made mine with “hot” but they also have “tamed”. Check your grocery store!

A close up photo of a jar of deli sliced jalapeño peppers.

Photos of a plate of crispy fried jalapeno slices.