Fried pickle and jalapeño poppers
Fried pickle and jalapeño poppers are a popular American appetizer, typically consisting of sliced dill pickles and whole or sliced jalapeños stuffed with a cheese mixture (often cream cheese and cheddar), then breaded and deep-fried or air-fried until crispy. They are a staple in Southern and Tex-Mex cuisine, often served as bar food or party snacks.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in fat and sodium due to the frying process and cheese filling, with a moderate amount of protein from the cheese and breading. A typical serving provides around 300-400 calories, along with notable amounts of calcium and vitamin C from the peppers.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbs | 25 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 900 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Vitamin A | 100 IU |
| Vitamin K | 10 mcg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
Per 1 cup (150 g) of fried pickle and jalapeño poppers · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this dish represents a fusion of Southern U.S. comfort food (fried pickles) and Tex-Mex flavors (jalapeño poppers), often enjoyed in casual dining settings. Nutritionally, the jalapeños offer capsaicin, which may boost metabolism, while the pickles provide a tangy, low-calorie crunch.
