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Smoked Brisket Stuffed Jalapenos

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A smoky, creamy, and spicy appetizer featuring jalapenos stuffed with smoked brisket, cream cheese, and cheddar. Perfect for parties and easy to prepare in under 45 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 12 medium-sized fresh jalapenos, firm and bright green
  • 1 cup finely chopped or shredded smoked brisket
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt to taste (start with ½ teaspoon)
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro or chives (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Jalapenos (10 minutes): Wearing kitchen gloves, slice each jalapeno in half lengthwise. Use a small spoon or knife to carefully scoop out the seeds and membranes. Remove all seeds for milder bites or leave a few for more heat.
  2. Make the Filling (15 minutes): In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add shredded cheddar, chopped smoked brisket, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined with a creamy texture and visible brisket chunks.
  3. Stuff the Jalapenos (10 minutes): Using a spoon or small scoop, fill each jalapeno half generously with the cheese and brisket mixture. Leave a little room for the cheese to melt and breathe.
  4. Prepare for Smoking (5 minutes): Brush the outside of each stuffed jalapeno with olive oil. Preheat your smoker or grill to about 225°F (107°C).
  5. Smoke the Jalapenos (20-30 minutes): Place the stuffed jalapenos on the smoker rack or grill pan. Smoke until jalapenos are tender, slightly charred, and cheese is bubbly and melted. Check every 10 minutes to avoid burning and tent with foil if cheese bubbles too much.

Notes

Wear gloves when handling jalapenos to avoid irritation. Use low and slow smoking to prevent burning or drying out the filling. If no smoker is available, bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes and broil for 1-2 minutes for char. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat best in the oven.

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Keywords: smoked brisket, stuffed jalapenos, cream cheese, cheddar, party snack, appetizer, smoky, spicy, easy recipe

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