Jalapeño Bottle Caps (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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3 fresh jalapeño peppers, sliced into rings.
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½ cup all-purpose flour.
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½ teaspoon garlic powder.
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½ teaspoon paprika.
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Salt and pepper to taste.
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2 large eggs.
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4 ounces light beer (or fizzy seltzer or clear soda).
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2 to 3 cups peanut or vegetable oil (enough to cover the battered jalapeño peppers).
# Instructions:
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Heat 2 to 3 cups of peanut or vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Make sure the oil is hot, but do not let it boil.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
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Crack the eggs into the dry mixture and beat until smooth, creating a batter.
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Stir in the light beer (or fizzy seltzer or clear soda) to the batter, mixing until well combined.
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In batches, coat the sliced jalapeño rings in the batter, ensuring each ring is well coated.
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Carefully fry the battered jalapeño rings in the hot oil in batches for about 5-6 minutes, turning them as needed, until they are golden brown and crispy.
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Remove the fried jalapeño bottle caps from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain. Lightly salt while they are still hot.
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Serve the crispy jalapeño bottle caps immediately.
# Notes:
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Jalapeño Bottle Caps are crispy fried jalapeño rings, perfect for snacking or as a spicy side dish.
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You can adjust the spice level by leaving some seeds in the jalapeño rings.