1 lb jalapeño (455 g), tops removed, seeded, and halved
1 package wonton wrapper
2 cups oil (480 mL), for frying
Nutrition Info
Calories 882
Fat 87g
Carbs 17g
Fiber 2g
Sugar 3g
Protein 10g
How to Make It
1. Step
Add the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper to a bowl. Stir to combine. Add 1 tablespoon of water a time until the mixture is smooth enough to be a spreadable paste.
2. Step
Fill each jalapeño half with 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture.
3. Step
Place a filled jalapeño on a wonton wrapper, fold over the side edges, then using the tip of your finger, wet the remaining edges of the wonton with water and continue to roll. Repeat with remaining jalapeños.
4. Step
In a large pot, heat oil to 350˚F (180˚F).
5. Step
Fry the egg rolls in small batches until golden brown and crispy.
6. Step
Transfer the egg rolls to a paper towel-lined plate.
