Deliciously Stuffed Fried Banana Peppers
These crispy, golden banana peppers are stuffed with a creamy and savory filling, making them the perfect appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
For the Stuffing
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cooked sausage, crumbled
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
For the Coating
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Main Ingredients
- 8 pieces banana peppers Cut tops off and remove seeds
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut the tops off the banana peppers and remove the seeds.
- In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sausage, green onions, garlic powder, and paprika until well combined.
- Stuff each banana pepper with the cheese mixture.
- Dip each stuffed pepper into the beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat.
- Fry stuffed peppers in batches until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Notes
These stuffed fried banana peppers are versatile and can be customized with different fillings. Serve warm with a side of ranch or blue cheese dressing.