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| Tabasco Chipotle Fried Bacon |
A little Tabasco® is the secret to delicious party food. It’s the key ingredient that makes these holiday party recipes, batter dipped bacon and a great queso dip, extra smoky and flavorful.
#SeasonedGreetings! Tis the time for holiday parties! So start planning for yours–I’m planning mine right now.
Chances are these are not sit-down formal affairs such as dinner parties, but more likely casual get-togethers where appetizers and assorted nibblers are served.
My plan is to keep it simple–yet tasty. Since my friends and I love the taste that chipotle peppers imparts to lots of foods, I couldn’t wait to try adding Tabasco Chipotle Pepper Sauce in some of my best-loved party food.
| Tabasco Original, Green Jalapeno and Chipotle |
I was able to easily find all three Tabasco varieties in the condiment aisle at my local Price Chopper on my last shopping trip. I’ve used the original flavor for years but have never tried the Green Jalapeno nor the Chipotle flavor, so I bought all three varieties!
This year, I’m making an old stand-by queso dip, but with a new twist added and decided to experiment with fried bacon that is batter dipped.
| Tabasco Chipotle Chicken Queso Dip |
I’d seen bacon done this way on an old show I used to watch, but that used pancake batter and I wanted to do something different with the batter. That’s where the Tabasco Chipotle comes in!
| Tabasco Chipotle Batter Dipped Fried Bacon |
The Tabasco makes the batter smoky and spicy–which enhances the rich flavor of the bacon. This bacon is so crisp and flavorful, it will be a real hit. Watch it disappear!
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Tabasco Appetizers
A little Tabasco® is the secret to delicious party food. It’s the key ingredient that makes these holiday party recipes, batter dipped bacon and a great queso dip, extra smoky and flavorful.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time35 minutes mins
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Keyword: appetizers, tabasco
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 403kcal
Author: Judith Hannemann
Ingredients
QUESO DIP
- 1 lb Velveeta cut into cubes
- 4 oz cream cheese cut in cubes
- 16 oz fire roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
- 2-3 tbsp Tabasco Chipotle pepper sauce
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives optional
BATTER DIPPED BACON INGREDIENTS
- 1 lb bacon don't use thick cut
- 1 cup oil for frying
BATTER
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 4 tbsp Tabasco chipotle pepper sauce
- 1 1/2 cups water
Instructions
Follow photos for queso dip instructions
BATTER DIPPED BACON INSTRUCTIONS
Heat 1-2-inches of oil in a deep pot (I use a dutch oven) or electric deep fryer to 375 degrees F. If using an electric deep fryer, please follow *all* manufacturer instructions on use.
In a medium bowl, mix the flour, salt, pepper and baking soda. Add only enough water to make a very thick batter (this was 1 1/2 cups for me, but this is dependent on atmospheric conditions, so your amount may vary). Add the Tabasco Chipotle and stir until well combined. Set aside.
Cut each slice of bacon in half so you have 2 short pieces.
Dip bacon pieces into batter, letting excess batter drip back into the bowl.
Place in hot oil (don't overcrowd the pan--fry in small batches so the battered bacon has plenty of room to move around. Fry about 4-6 pieces at a time). Fry a total of 10 minutes, turning each slice once midway in the cooking time.
Drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Bacon may be kept warm in a 200 degree F oven while frying additional batches.
Nutrition
Serving: 2pieces | Calories: 403kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 1585mg | Potassium: 277mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 697IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 248mg | Iron: 2mg
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Pictorial Directions for Queso Dip:
Shred the chicken. Cut cheeses into cubes.
| Ingredients for the queso dip |
Place the cheeses and the entire can of diced tomatoes (don’t drain the liquid) in a large bowl. Microwave on HI (full power) for 1 minute; stir. Continue to microwave on HI for 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until cheeses are melted and mixture is smooth.
| Microwave and stir until smooth |
Add the Tabasco Chipotle and shredded chicken; stir. Stir in olives (if using).
| Add the chicken and Tabasco Chipotle |
Serve with tortilla chips, corn chips or pretzels.
| Enjoy! |
| Tabasco Chipotle Batter Dipped Fried Bacon |
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Comments
GiGi EatsCelebrities says
I'm not really a spicy/heat kinda girl, but… A tiny bit can work for me! 😉
Judith Hanneman says
The chipotle flavor isn't all that hot GiGi. More smoky than anything else. Plus it has a nice flavor. I'm not into heat for heat's sake…just a touch and it has to taste good. FYI you'd never find me eating ghost chilis LOL
Emily Stephens says
I love Chipotle flavor – both of these look so good, I don't know which to try first! #client
Judith Hanneman says
This was a great shop Emily!!! Discovered 2 new flavors that have become favorites!!
