Copycat Texas Roadhouse Bites (Print Version)
Golden fried bites with spicy pepper jack cheese and jalapeños, perfect for sharing or snacking.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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16 oz Pepper Jack cheese, shredded
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2-3 jalapenos, diced
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1/2 cup flour
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1 large egg
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1 cup milk
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1 1/2 cups bread crumbs
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1 tsp cayenne pepper
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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Oil for frying
# Directions:
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In a bowl, combine shredded cheese and diced jalapenos.
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Shape the cheese mixture into approximately 1 1/2-inch balls, squeezing tightly to compress. Place on a cookie sheet and freeze for about 30 minutes.
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Preheat your deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
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Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with a mixture of egg and milk, and one with bread crumbs combined with cayenne, paprika, and garlic powder.
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Roll each frozen cheese ball in flour, then dip it in the milk mixture, and finally coat it in seasoned bread crumbs.
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Fry the coated cheese balls in batches for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
# Notes:
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Shredding cheese from blocks ensures a better texture and helps the Rattlesnake Bites hold together during frying.