Garlic-stuffed jalapeños are a delicacy originating from Mexico, where the combination of fresh and spicy flavors is a highly valued culinary tradition. This preparation has its roots in the country's home cooking and has become popular in other Latin American countries under different names, although the main ingredient, the jalapeño pepper, is consistently recognized. In countries like Colombia and Venezuela, they are simply known as "stuffed chiles," although variations in the filling make each version unique. The mixture of fresh ingredients, such as avocado and cream cheese, with the spicy touch of the jalapeño, has made this recipe a highly sought-after appetizer or snack at gatherings and celebrations.
Garlic-stuffed jalapeños
How to Prepare Garlic-Stuffed Jalapeños
Ingredients: Avocado, Cream Cheese, Garlic, Yellow Onion, Bell Pepper, Jalapeño Peppers.
Mash the avocado and cream cheese with a fork.
Add garlic, onion, and bell pepper.
Mix well.
Remove the stems from the jalapeño peppers.
Cut them in half lengthwise.
Remove the seeds.
Fill each half with approximately 1 tablespoon of the filling.
Serve at room temperature or cold.
The filling can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Ingredients (6)
- Avocado
- Cream Cheese
- Garlic
- Yellow Onion
- Bell Pepper
- Jalapeño Peppers
Instructions (9 steps)
- 1 Mix the avocado and cream cheese with a fork
- 2 Add garlic, onion, and bell pepper
- 3 Mix well
- 4 Remove the stems from the jalapeño peppers
- 5 Cut in half lengthwise
- 6 Remove the seeds
- 7 Fill each half with approximately 1 tablespoon of filling
- 8 Serve at room temperature or cold
- 9 The filling can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 5 days
Nutritional Information
Calories:
38 kcal
Protein:
1%
Carbohydrates:
0%
Fat:
4%
Sugar:
2%
Sodium:
0%
Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.