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Beer-Battered Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

Jalapeño poppers smoked low and slow, wrapped in bacon, then dipped in a Coldstream lager batter and fried golden.

Time~1 hr + fry CategorySnacks & Sides Watch3:50
Beer-Battered Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers — watch on YouTube

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Method

  1. 1Slice the jalapeños lengthwise and remove the seeds. Mix cream cheese, shredded cheese, and rub, then fill each half generously.
  2. 2Smoke the poppers at 225°F for 45–60 minutes until the peppers soften and the cheese sets.
  3. 3Wrap each smoked popper in a slice of bacon (toothpick optional).
  4. 4Freeze 20–30 minutes so they hold their shape in the batter.
  5. 5Make the batter: mix flour, baking powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt, then whisk in Coldstream lager until smooth and clingy.
  6. 6Heat oil to 350°F. Dust each popper in flour, dip in batter, and fry 3–4 minutes until golden and crisp.
  7. 7Optional: simmer Coldstream beer, honey, and butter and brush on fresh from the fryer.

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No 500-word life story — just the good-to-know stuff on what’s actually in this cook. Here’s the rundown on every real ingredient, health and nutrition wise.

Bacon
Bacon brings protein and big flavour but is cured and high in sodium and saturated fat, so it's best used as an accent rather than the main event. A little goes a long way.
Cheese
Cheese is a good source of protein and calcium and pairs naturally with smoke, but it's also high in saturated fat and sodium — a little delivers big flavour, so treat it as a rich accent.
Chili peppers
Chili peppers are low in calories and high in vitamin C and antioxidants, and their heat comes from capsaicin, which may give metabolism a small nudge. Dial the amount to your spice tolerance.
Garlic
Garlic adds big flavour for almost no calories and contains sulphur compounds (like allicin) long studied for heart and immune benefits. It's one of the healthiest ways to season a cook.
Onion
Onions are low-calorie aromatics rich in fibre, vitamin C, and antioxidants such as quercetin. They add depth and gentle sweetness without much fat or salt.
Beer
Beer adds malt flavour and helps tenderize and steam in barbecue, and most of the alcohol cooks off with heat. As a drink, it's best enjoyed in moderation.
Salt
Salt is essential for seasoning and, in brines and cures, for texture and safety — but sodium adds up fast in BBQ. Season with intention and balance salty cooks with fresh sides.

General nutrition info only, not medical or dietary advice — portions, brands and add-ons change the numbers.

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