Cajun Crab Stuffed Jalapenos Food

CAJUN CRAB STUFFED JALAPENOS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
• In a medium bowl, stir together cream cheese, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and cheddar cheese.
• Add bacon, green onions, and crab and gently stir in.
• Cut each jalapeno in half. Scoop out the seeds and white membrane.
• Stuff jalapenos with cream cheese mixture and place on prepared baking sheet.
• Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.

CRAB-STUFFED JALAPENOS

Steps:

• Cut stems off jalapenos; remove seeds and membranes; set aside. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder until blended. Stir in crab and cheese. , Transfer to a resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in a corner of the bag. Pipe filling into jalapenos. Wrap each with a piece of bacon; secure with toothpicks. , Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until peppers are crisp-tender.

CAJUN GRILLED STUFFED JALAPENOS

Steps:

• Mix well the first 6 ingredients in a bowl.
• Stuff the already halved jalapenos.
• Top with a slice of bacon.
• Grill until cheese has started to melt.

CRAB STUFFED JALAPENOS

Steps:

• Cut stems from jalapenos.
• Scoop out seeds, using a small, sharp knife (do not cut jalapenos).
• Stuff each pepper with crab meat; set aside.
• Combine 1/8 cup flour and next 4 ingredients; stir until smooth, and set aside.
• Combine 1/4 cup flour and 1/8 cup cornmeal; set aside.
• Dip stuffed jalapenos in batter; dredge in flour mixture.
• Pour oil to a depth of 2 to 3 inches in a dutch oven; heat to 375 degrees.
• Fry jalapenos a few at a time, 1 to 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
• Drain on paper towels.

CRAB-STUFFED JALAPEñO FRITTERS

Steps:

• Starting just below stem, cut chilies lengthwise in half, leaving stems attached. Seed chilies. Place chilies in heavy medium saucepan. Cover with cold water and bring to simmer. Drain. Repeat process. Dry chilies.
• Combine crab, onion, bell pepper and mayonnaise in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Fill chili cavities with crab mixture. Press chili halves together to compress filling. (Can be prepared 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)
• Place 1/2 cup flour in bowl. Gradually whisk in beer. Let stand 30 minutes.
• Heat oil in heavy deep pot to 375°F. Whisk batter to smooth. Dredge jalapeños in flour. Holding stem end, dip into batter to coat completely and deep-fry in batches until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer jalapeños to paper towels and drain. Combine avocado, salsa and mayonnaise in small bowl. Season to taste. Arrange chilies on platter. Garnish with salsa.

CAJUN CRAB POPPERS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, beat the first 5 ingredients until blended. Stir in shredded cheese, crab and bacon. Cut jalapenos in half lengthwise and remove seeds. Spoon filling into pepper halves. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake until lightly browned, 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle with additional parsley.,