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Crispy Coated Stuffed Banana Peppers Recipe

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Crispy Coated Stuffed Banana Peppers are a delicious snack where mild banana peppers are filled with processed cheese, coated in a flavorful chickpea and rice flour batter, rolled in crunchy breadcrumbs, and deep-fried until golden and crispy. The combination of the spicy and savory coating with the creamy cheese inside makes this an irresistible appetizer or side dish.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 7 to 8 banana peppers or bajji chillies
  • 50g processed cheese, cut into cubes
  • Crumbs from 4 slices of bread (fresh breadcrumbs)

Coating Mixture

  • 1 cup chickpea flour (besan)
  • 1/4 cup white rice flour
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons ground red chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • A pinch of hing (asafoetida)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Water, as needed to make batter
  • Oil, for deep frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Banana Peppers: Thoroughly wash and dry the banana peppers. Make a vertical slit in each pepper and carefully remove the seeds. Cut the processed cheese into small cubes and stuff each pepper with the cheese. Gently press the peppers to close the slit, preventing the cheese from oozing out during cooking.
  2. Make Breadcrumbs: Grind 4 slices of bread into fine crumbs or use store-bought breadcrumbs. Set aside for coating later.
  3. Prepare the Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, rice flour, ground red chili powder, turmeric powder, a pinch of asafoetida, and salt. Gradually add water while stirring to create a smooth, lump-free batter with a thick but pourable consistency suitable for coating.
  4. Coat the Peppers: Heat oil over medium flame in a pan suitable for deep frying. Dip each stuffed pepper into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated. Then roll them in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs evenly to all sides.
  5. Fry the Peppers: Test the oil temperature by dropping a few breadcrumbs into the oil; when they sizzle and rise quickly, the oil is ready. Fry the coated peppers carefully until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Allow the peppers to cool slightly and serve immediately as a crispy, cheesy snack or side. Enjoy the contrast of the crunchy coating and melting cheese inside.

Notes

  • Make sure to remove all seeds from the banana peppers to reduce bitterness and avoid excess moisture inside.
  • You can adjust the red chili powder quantity according to your preferred spice level.
  • Use fresh breadcrumbs for a crunchier texture or store-bought if in a hurry.
  • Maintain medium heat to ensure the peppers cook through while the coating crisps without burning.
  • This dish is best served hot for the perfect melty cheese effect inside a crispy shell.

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