This delicious homemade green chili poppers recipe is not just easy to make but also definitely healthier than the store-bought frozen ones. You will find many vegan jalapeno popper recipes online but this one is truly different because of its unique fusion ingredients! I enjoy creating fusion recipes like these and if you do too, then check these out - Karanji Baklava Rolls, Sweet Potato Puran Poli, Carrot Halwa Baklava, Gulkand Shrikhand Tarts, Gulab Jamun Kulfi, Dabeli Pizza, Mexican Pani Puri, French Loaf Vada Pav, Chai Cheesecake, Indian Curry Pasta, and Puff Pastry Samosa! Vegan cream cheese - Since this is a non-dairy jalapeno peppers recipe, we are using plant-based cream cheese. Use any plain or flavored dairy-free cream cheese. This will give the stuffing a creamy cheesy texture and flavor. Cheese - Dairy-free mozzarella cheese is the best vegan cheese to make jalapeno chili poppers. You can also mix in dairy-free sharp cheddar cheese. But remember, dairy-free cheese will not melt like regular cheese. Chop them a bit to make the sprinkling and melting easier. Potato - This helps bind it all together and also lends a delicious flavor to the cheesy homemade jalapeno cream cheese poppers. But if you want to make air-fried keto jalapeno poppers, skip adding the potato. Aromatics - Garlic, green chillies, and cilantro give it the required aromatic flavor. Spices - Turmeric powder, chilly powder, amchur powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder are the basic spices you will need in this vegan and gluten-free jalapeno poppers recipe. Coconut - Fresh or dry coconut can be used. Unsweetened coconut flakes, shreds, or desiccated coconut can be used. Peanuts - You need dry, roasted, unsalted peanuts in this dairy-free and gluten-free jalapeno poppers recipe. Crush them coarsely before using. Breadcrumbs - Homemade Pangrattato, or store-bought vegan Panko (they are perfectly flaky and crispy) will give these plant-based jalapeno poppers a nice golden crispy crust on top. If making keto jalapeno poppers, use these gluten-free breadcrumbs. Besides these ingredients, you will also need a cooking oil spray and an Air Fryer to make these delicious loaded Jalapeno Poppers! If looking for more Air Fryer recipes, then check out - Garlic Bread, Air Fried Green Beans, and Air Fried Cauliflower recipes.
These air-fried Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers can also be used to make Mirchi Ka Salan (another vegan jalapeño recipe). Top them with diced tomatoes, scallions, cilantro, and a dollop of salsa for a Mexican-inspired dish. You can also make stuffed mirchi pakora by dipping these stuffed jalapenos in chickpea batter and frying them like Vada Pav. I have also shared an Instagram reel on how to make these easy vegan Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers at home!
