Charred Stuffed Jalapenos

8 ingredients
22 steps

Ingredients

  • 14 large jalapenos
  • 250 g cream cheese, room temperature
  • 4 slices bacon, fried crisp and crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano
  • 12 cup fresh chives, minced fine
  • 1 lemon, zest of
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

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    1.
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    Using a sharp knife, cut along the length of the jalapeno (being careful not to cut through to the other side) to create a pocket.
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    2.
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    Using the knife carefully devein and remove seeds from the chili.
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    Toss chilis with olive oil.
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    3.
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    Preheat bbq to 375F/190C or medium high heat.
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    4.
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    Place chilis on grill and allow to char on the outside for about 3 minutes turning constantly with tongs.
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    Remove from grill and refridgerate.
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    5.
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    When peppers are cool, remove the charred skins and discard.
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    6.
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    In a medium bowl combine the cream cheese with the remaining ingredients and mix well.
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    Place the mixture in a piping bag (or ziplog bag with corner cut out).
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    Pipe the mixture into the peeled peppers.
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    7.
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    Preheat the bbq to 400F/204C or high heat.
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    Place peppers on warming rack and allow the filling in peppers to get warm and gooey.
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    8.
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    Remove and let cool slightly before serving.
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    Serve with favorite dip, such as salsa, sour cream, etc.

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