Crispy Deep-Fried Stuffed Capsicum

Indulge in these crispy deep-fried capsicums, stuffed with a savory mixture of cheese and herbs. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, they combine crunch with a burst of flavor in every bite.

medium 30 min 350 cal
Steps

1. Cut the capsicum in half and remove the seeds and membranes. 2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, grated cheese, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper until well combined. 3. Stuff the capsicum halves with the cheese mixture. 4. Set up a breading station: place flour on a plate, beaten egg in a bowl, and breadcrumbs on another plate. 5. Dredge each stuffed capsicum half in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. 6. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. 7. Carefully add the breaded capsicum halves to the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. 8. Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.

Ingredients

1 large capsicum (bell pepper) 50g cream cheese 30g grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (parsley or basil) 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 egg, beaten 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Salt and pepper to taste Oil for frying

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