Texas Roadhouse Rattlesnake Bites
Texas Roadhouse Rattlesnake Bites are delicious, crispy jalapeño and cheese balls bursting with flavor. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, these bites offer a spicy kick balanced with creamy cheese.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 spoon or spatula
- 1 frying pan
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 paper towels
- 1 slotted spoon
- 1 serving plate
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup cream cheese softened
- ½ cup diced jalapeños fresh or pickled
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup breadcrumbs preferably panko
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Oil for frying enough to fill the pan about 1 inch deep
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, and diced jalapeños. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until blended.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt.
- Take a small amount of the cheese and jalapeño mixture and form it into a ball, about the size of a golf ball. Repeat until all the mixture is used.
- Roll each cheese ball in the flour mixture, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it with breadcrumbs. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the cheese balls in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bites and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For a milder version, remove the seeds from the jalapeños or use less. You can bake these bites at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes if you prefer a healthier option. Pair with ranch dressing or spicy mayo for an extra kick!