Vegan Jalapeno Poppers

INGREDIENTS

• Jalapeno Peppers - 8 (or as many as you intend to make)
• Vegan Cream Cheese - Kite Hill is our fav, but Tofutti is also a good option
• Canola Oil for frying

Breading

• Seasoned Bread Crumbs - ½ cup
• Cornstarch - 1 tsp
• Salt - 1 tsp
• Flour - ½ cup
• Almond Milk (or other non-dairy milk) - 1 cup

INSTRUCTIONS 

• Cut each jalapeno lengthwise and remove seeds
• Fill each jalapeno half with cream cheese

 Coating and Frying

•  Heat canola oil to 320-350 degrees in pan (1.5-2in deep) or deep fryer
• In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and salt
• In another bowl, combine flour and cornstarch
• In yet another bowl, add non-dairy milk
• Take the cream cheese stuffed jalapenos, dip in milk and then coat with flour
• Dip in milk again, and coat with bread crumbs
• When all coated, fry in oil, 1-2 minutes, turn over after 1 minute if needed
• When finished, place on paper towel lined plate to drain excess oil
• Serve and Enjoy!