Description
Recreate the popular appetizer from Texas Roadhouse with this easy rattlesnake bites recipe. These spicy cheese bites are perfect for game day or any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Monterey Jack cheese, cubed
- 1/2 pound pepper jack cheese, cubed
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Ranch dressing, for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the Monterey Jack and pepper jack cheese cubes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Dip each cheese cube into the beaten egg, then dredge it in the flour mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Dip the coated cheese cube back into the egg, then coat it thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
- Place the coated cheese bites on a plate and freeze for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape during frying.
- Heat about 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pot or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully fry the rattlesnake bites in batches, for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey. Do not overcrowd the pot.
- Remove the fried bites with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately with ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
- For extra spice, add more cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.
- Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for crispy, non-greasy bites.
- These can be prepped ahead and frozen before frying.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: rattlesnake bites, texas roadhouse, appetizer, fried cheese, spicy cheese, game day food, easy appetizer