Description
Spicy Texas Roadhouse Rattlesnake Bites blend cheesy jalapeño poppers with crispy golden breading for an irresistible appetizer. Guaranteed to spark conversation and delight taste buds at any gathering you host.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups pepper jack cheese (shredded)
- 2–3 jalapenos (diced, seeds removed)
Breading Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 1/2 cups bread crumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing bowl, blend pepper jack cheese with diced jalapeños, ensuring thorough incorporation. For milder heat, remove jalapeño seeds; for adventurous palates, retain some. Roll mixture into compact spheres approximately 1½ inches in diameter, slightly dampening hands to prevent sticking.
- Transfer cheese orbs onto a lined baking sheet, then freeze for 30-60 minutes. Freezing maintains structural integrity during frying and prevents cheese from disintegrating in hot oil.
- Construct a three-stage breading setup: first bowl with flour, second with whisked egg and milk, third with seasoned panko breadcrumbs enhanced with cayenne, paprika, and garlic powder for complex flavor profile.
- Extract frozen cheese balls and meticulously coat each: first dredge in flour, then immerse in egg mixture, finally roll in seasoned breadcrumbs. Gently press crumbs to ensure complete coverage.
- Preheat cooking oil to 350°F in a deep pot. Carefully fry cheese spheres in small batches, avoiding overcrowding. Cook 3-4 minutes until achieving a rich golden-brown exterior. Extract with slotted spoon and drain on paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeño heat by carefully removing or keeping seeds, tailoring spiciness to personal preference.
- Freezing cheese balls ensures structural integrity during frying, preventing messy cheese explosions in hot oil.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for superior crispiness, enhancing texture and creating a satisfying crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg