Fried Banana Peppers

Fried Banana Peppers

from 4sonrus.com
30 min
12 servings

Fried banana peppers are crispy, crunchy snacking perfection. Tangy pickled banana pepper rings are coated in a seasoned flour mixture & fried until golden brown and perfectly crisped. They're a perfect addition to parties, game day menus, or anytime you just need a solid snack fix.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups pickled banana peppers (drained)
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 tbsp seasoned salt
  • canola oil (for frying)

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat about 1-inch of canola oil to 350℉.

  2. 2

    Cover a rimmed baking sheet with a layer of paper towels, then set two wire racks on top of the towels- side by side. Set aside.

  3. 3

    In a large ziplock-ing bag add both the flour and salt. Seal the bag to close, and give it a good shake to evenly combine the two.

  4. 4

    Add the well drained peppers to the flour mixture, seal the bag, and shake to coat the peppers.

  5. 5

    Working in batches, add the peppers to the hot oil and fry until crispy.

  6. 6

    When golden brown, use a strainer spoon and carefully transfer the fried peppers to the wire rack to cool and drain off excess grease.

  7. 7

    Repeat until all the peppers are fried, serve warm with dipping sauce of choice.