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Cracklins (Deep-Fried Pork Belly)

Cracklins (Deep-Fried Pork Belly)

4.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
6 min
Total
11 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat about 4 inches of oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Fry pork belly squares in batches until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  3. 3 Heat about 4 inches of oil in another large saucepan to 425 degrees F (218 degrees C).
  4. 4 Fry pork belly squares in batches a second time until skin "pops," 30 seconds to 1 minute. Drain on fresh paper towels.

By Lori L Dixon

Onion Rings

Onion Rings

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat the oil in a large, deep skillet over medium high heat.
  2. 2 Prepare pancake mix according to package directions.
  3. 3 One at a time, dip Spanish onion rings into the prepared pancake batter, then into the hot oil. Fry until crispy and browned, about 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

By T coo

Deep-Fried Peanuts

Deep-Fried Peanuts

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Cook peanuts in the preheated oil until fragrant and hot, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Season with salt.

By Kristi Whittington

Corn Tortilla Chips

Corn Tortilla Chips

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat 1/4 inch oil in a large, heavy saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Working in small batches, fry tortilla wedges in hot oil until crisp, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain on paper towels. Season warm chips with salt.

By Kirstin

Crab Puffs

Crab Puffs

4.1

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a large, heavy saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 In a medium bowl, mix together crabmeat, cream cheese, and garlic salt.
  3. 3 Roll a small amount of the crabmeat mixture inside each wonton wrapper and seal.
  4. 4 In small batches, carefully place wontons into hot oil. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

By TishNEric

Easy Lemon-Pepper Chicken Wings

Easy Lemon-Pepper Chicken Wings

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  3. 3 Stir olive oil and lemon-pepper seasoning together in a bowl; set aside.
  4. 4 Fry wings in hot oil until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 8 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  5. 5 Toss hot wings with lemon-pepper mixture to coat.
  6. 6 Enjoy!

By FleurSweetLoves

Homestyle Potato Chips

Homestyle Potato Chips

4.7

Prep
40 min
Cook
20 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Transfer potato slices to a large bowl of cold water as you slice them.
  3. 3 Drain slices and rinse under cold water. Refill the bowl with water, add 3 tablespoons salt, and put slices back in the bowl. Let potatoes soak in the salty water for at least 30 minutes.
  4. 4 Drain and rinse slices again. Pat dry.
  5. 5 Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
  6. 6 Working in small batches, fry potato slices until golden. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Continue until all of the slices are fried.
  7. 7 Season potato chips with additional salt if desired.
  8. 8 Serve and enjoy!

By ALMALOU

Potato Logs

Potato Logs

3.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Bring a large saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Place potatoes in the water and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash.
  3. 3 Mix Italian-style seasoning and egg yolk into the mashed potatoes. Allow potato mixture to cool approximately 10 minutes, or until it may be safely handled.
  4. 4 Place flour, egg white and dry bread crumbs in three separate small bowls. Roll potato mixture into 1 inch logs or balls. Cover in flour, dip in egg white and coat with bread crumbs.
  5. 5 Carefully lower small batches of the coated potatoes into the deep fryer. Fry until golden brown, about 4 minutes.

By Mary

Flamin' Hot Fried Pickles

Flamin' Hot Fried Pickles

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Place beaten egg in a flat dish.
  3. 3 Place Cheetos® and cayenne in a food processor. Pulse until crumbs are achieved. Pour into a separate bowl.
  4. 4 Dip a pickle slice in the egg and coat with Cheetos® crumb mixture. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining pickle slices.
  5. 5 Fry pickle slices in the hot oil, working in batches, for 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and let sit for 2 minutes for final crisping.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Venison Fingers

Venison Fingers

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat the oil in skillet or deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 In a bowl, mix the flour, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Dip venison strips in egg, then in the flour mixture to evenly coat.
  3. 3 Fry coated venison strips in the hot oil until golden brown.
  4. 4 Melt the brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, and mix in the mustard. Serve as a dipping sauce with venison strips.

By MBC

Easy Mexican Sopes

Easy Mexican Sopes

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk masa harina and salt together in a bowl. Stir in enough water until dough is smooth and holds together.
  2. 2 Form dough into twelve 2-inch balls. Place balls onto parchment paper and flatten to 1/2-inch thick circles.
  3. 3 Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  4. 4 Working in batches, fry a few sopes at a time until lightly browned, about 30 seconds per side. Transfer with tongs to a paper towel-lined plate and let cool just until they can be handled, 2 to 3 minutes. Pinch the edges of each sope together to form a little boat.
  5. 5 Return sopes to the hot oil and fry until golden and cooked through, 1 to 2 more minutes. Drain on paper towels.

By Alicia Taylor

Fried Artichoke Hearts

Fried Artichoke Hearts

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
9 min
Total
24 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a deep-fryer or heavy deep skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 In a small bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Place seasoned bread crumbs in a separate bowl. Dip artichoke hearts in the egg mixture, then roll in bread crumbs until they are fully covered.
  3. 3 Deep-fry for 2 to 3 minutes, until deep golden brown. Remove to paper towels to drain excess oil. When all the pieces have been fried, place on a serving tray and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

By StephInNOLA

Fried Cauliflower

Fried Cauliflower

4.2

Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a pan of lightly salted water to a boil. Place cauliflower in boiling water and cook until tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat, drain, and cool.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  3. 3 Whisk together egg and milk in a small bowl. Place cracker crumbs in a shallow dish. Dip cauliflower in the egg mixture then roll in cracker crumbs.
  4. 4 Fry coated cauliflower in the hot oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

By MARY A PUTMAN

Crabby Cream Cheese Wontons

Crabby Cream Cheese Wontons

3.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a large, heavy saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 In a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, imitation crabmeat, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, Worcestershire sauce and green onions.
  3. 3 Place approximately 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each wonton wrapper.
  4. 4 Place egg whites in a small bowl. Using the fingers, spread egg white over two edges of the wonton wrappers. Fold into triangles and press to seal edges.
  5. 5 In small batches, deep fry the wontons until golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve warm.

By Shawn Salzman

Jim's Beer-Battered Portobello Mushrooms

Jim's Beer-Battered Portobello Mushrooms

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Whisk ale, flour, sesame seeds, cornstarch, and baking powder together in a large bowl; batter will be thick and slightly lumpy.
  3. 3 Dip mushroom strips into batter, 7 to 8 at a time; shake off excess.
  4. 4 Lower mushroom strips carefully into the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with remaining mushroom strips.

By JimChicago52

Scotch Eggs

Scotch Eggs

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to boil. Cover, remove from heat, and let eggs sit in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, and peel.
  3. 3 Flatten sausage and make a patty to surround each egg.
  4. 4 Very lightly flour the outer sausage layer then coat with beaten egg. Roll in bread crumbs to cover evenly.
  5. 5 Deep-fry prepared eggs in hot oil until golden brown while making sure each side is well cooked.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
  7. 7 Cut in half and serve.
  8. 8 Enjoy!

By Chasity LeGrand

Jalapeño Popper Wontons

Jalapeño Popper Wontons

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a medium bowl, stir together cream cheese and jalapeño peppers. Arrange wonton wrappers a few at a time on a clean dry surface. Set a cup or small bowl of water nearby. Place about a teaspoon of cream cheese mixture onto the center of each wrapper. Moisten your fingertip in the bowl of water and trace the edges of wonton wrappers. Fold into triangles or follow directions on the package for desired shapes. This part can be done ahead of time and refrigerated or frozen.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). When hot, fry wontons a few at a time until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Repeat with all wontons, then serve with sweet chili sauce for dipping.

By Billy Goat

Rellenitos de Platano

Rellenitos de Platano

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
60 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place plantains in a large pot; cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash.
  2. 2 Heat refried beans in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in sugar and salt. Remove from heat.
  3. 3 Form a palm-sized amount of mashed plantains into a ball; flatten and place about a teaspoon of bean mixture in the middle; then mold the sides of plantain around beans, making an egg-shaped ball.
  4. 4 Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C), or until a small amount of batter sizzles and browns in oil.
  5. 5 Fry rellenitos in hot oil until browned. Drain on paper towels.

By Hellen Gavarrete

Sausage Rolls with Maille® Dijon Originale Mustard

Sausage Rolls with Maille® Dijon Originale Mustard

3.4

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 First make the pastry. Place the flour, butter, egg and Maille® Dijon Originale mustard into a processor and mix until a ball begins to form around the blade. Remove from the processor bowl and lightly shape into a ball. Wrap in cling and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, heat the oil in a pan and fry cocktail sausages all over until brown. Remove from pan and cool. Wrap each sausage in a strip of ham.
  3. 3 Roll out the chilled pastry on a lightly floured board. Cut into rectangles large enough to enclose a wrapped sausage. Wrap the sausages in pastry and seal with beaten egg. Make slash marks along the top of each sausage roll and then brush with the beaten egg.
  4. 4 Bake in a pre-heated oven at 375 degrees F for around 15 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.

By Maille

Tempura Fried Avocado Bites

Tempura Fried Avocado Bites

4.6

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a deep pan. Combine the flour, egg, cornstarch, club soda, ice water and salt in a bowl. Mix well.
  2. 2 Dip the avocado pieces in the batter, then drop gently into the hot oil. Fry the avocado pieces until they are crispy.
  3. 3 Remove and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

By Avocados from Mexico

Local Kine Wontons

Local Kine Wontons

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a large, heavy saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Mix cream cheese, crabmeat, water chestnuts, green onions, and soy sauce together in a medium bowl.
  3. 3 Place about 1 teaspoon cream cheese mixture in the center of each wonton wrapper. Fold into wrappers into triangles and seal the edges with moistened fingers.
  4. 4 Working in small batches, fry wontons in the hot oil until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

By Gina

Crab Rangoon with Water Chestnuts

Crab Rangoon with Water Chestnuts

4.3

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) in a large, heavy saucepan.
  2. 2 Mix cream cheese, crabmeat, water chestnuts, garlic powder, and paprika together in a medium bowl.
  3. 3 Place about 1 teaspoon cream cheese mixture in the center of each wonton wrapper. Moisten wrapper edges with water, fold over the mixture, and pinch to seal.
  4. 4 Working in small bathces, fry wontons until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.

By lavaun

Easy Sesame Wings

Easy Sesame Wings

3.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
345 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk cornstarch, soy sauce, oil, flour, sugar, eggs, sesame seeds, salt, and garlic powder together in a bowl. Pour marinade into a resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator, 5 hours to overnight.
  2. 2 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  3. 3 Remove chicken from marinade and transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Discard unused marinade.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By catht

Fried Banana Balls

Fried Banana Balls

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Mash bananas, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon together in a separate bowl. Stir flour mixture into banana mixture until batter is well mixed.
  2. 2 Pour 2 inches of oil into a heavy pot and heat over medium heat.
  3. 3 Working in batches, drop batter by the tablespoon into hot oil; cook until lightly golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer banana balls to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool slightly. Dust banana balls with confectioners' sugar.

By El's Girl

Easy Air Fryer Cream Cheese Wontons

Easy Air Fryer Cream Cheese Wontons

Prep
10 min
Cook
8 min
Total
18 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Set your air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Lay six wonton skins on a cutting board, points facing up and down like a diamond. Place approximately 1 round teaspoon of cream towards the bottom corner.
  3. 3 Sprinkle some cilantro and parsley over the cream cheese
  4. 4 Rub a little water along the edge of the bottom of the wonton. Gently fold the top portion of the wonton down over the cream cheese to meet the two points together. Seal together with one finger, ensuring cream cheese does not leak out and all air bubbles are out.
  5. 5 Fold the long corners of the triangle over on themselves to form a little packet. Seal with some water.
  6. 6 Brush each wonton with a bit of vegetable oil. Air fry oil side up for 5 minutes. Flip and dab each wonton with a little oil. Fry until they are brown to your likening, an additional 3 to 4 minutes.

By LaDonna Langwell

Easy Baked Chicken Wings

Easy Baked Chicken Wings

4.3

Prep
30 min
Cook
60 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Pour egg beat into a shallow dish or bowl; do the same with the flour. Heat oil and margarine in a large, deep skillet over medium high heat. Dip wings in egg, then flour, then fry until browned and crisp. Lay browned wings in an 11x14 inch baking dish.
  3. 3 To Make Sauce: In a small bowl combine the soy sauce, water, sugar, vinegar and MSG. Blend well and pour sauce over chicken.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

By Lynn

Deep-Fried Mushrooms

Deep-Fried Mushrooms

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Stir flour and garlic salt together in a medium bowl. Mix in water and egg until smooth.
  3. 3 Heat oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat until a drop of batter will sizzle and float to the top.
  4. 4 Working in small batches, dip mushrooms into batter and fry in hot oil until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

By Angel Marcelino

Mexican Egg Rolls

Mexican Egg Rolls

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Crumble ground beef into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until evenly browned, then drain off grease. Add taco seasoning and cook according to package directions. Set aside.
  2. 2 Heat 1-inch-deep oil in a large skillet or preheat a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  3. 3 Lay out one egg roll wrapper at a time. Place a rounded tablespoon of seasoned ground beef in the center. Top with a small spoonful of green chilies and a little bit of shredded cheese. Roll up according to package instructions, and seal edges, wetting with water if necessary. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
  4. 4 Fry rolls in hot oil until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove from oil to drain on paper towels. Serve hot and fresh.

By STEPHANIEJO

Deep-Fried Camembert and Cranberry Sauce

Deep-Fried Camembert and Cranberry Sauce

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
4 min
Total
44 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Freeze Camembert cheese for 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  3. 3 Pour flour into a bowl. Beat eggs and milk together in a separate bowl. Pour bread crumbs into a third bowl.
  4. 4 Remove cheese from the freezer and cut each round into 6 wedges. Roll each wedge in flour and dip into the egg-milk mixture. Press each wedge into bread crumbs until evenly coated.
  5. 5 Fry each breaded wedge in the hot oil until bread crumbs are browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer fried cheese to a paper towel-lined plate using a slotted spoon. Serve cranberry sauce on the side.

By Baztrac

Vegan Queso Nachos

Vegan Queso Nachos

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine tofu, carrots, taco seasoning, nutritional yeast, onion powder, and garlic powder in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. 2 Transfer queso to a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook until hot enough to serve, 5 to 10 minutes.
  3. 3 At the same time, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add vegetarian crumbles and cook and stir until browned, 8 to 10 minutes.
  4. 4 Serve tortilla chips on individual plates topped with cooked crumbles and hot queso.

By Main House