Deep-Fried Pepper Rings
I’ve fried (and devoured) my share of deep-fried onion rings. And deep-fried pickles. And deep-fried jalapenos. These deep-fried pepper rings were different.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 83kcal
Ingredients
For the pepper rings
- 6 small sweet peppers assorted colors, sliced thin, seeds removed
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup water
- 1 large egg beaten
- kosher salt to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
- vegetable oil for frying
For the dipping sauce
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- cayenne pepper to taste
Instructions
For the dipping sauce
- Whisk together all ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to use.
For the pepper rings
- Heat 2" of oil to 350 F.
- Combine the flour, water, and beaten egg together in a shallow bowl or pie plate. Whisk until smooth.
- Add peppers to the batter and use a spatula to carefully stir and coat them completely.
- Working in batches if necessary, deep fry the coated rings 5-8 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a paper towel-lined plated to drain and cool.
- Season rings with salt and pepper and serve with the dipping sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 116mg | Potassium: 190mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2417IU | Vitamin C: 95mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg