Mediterranean Feta Jalapeño Poppers
Equipment
- Frying pan
- medium bowl
- Serving plate
- spoon
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 110 g pork mince
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Kalamata olives pitted and finely diced
- 1 1/2 tablespoons feta cheese
- 28 g cream cheese at room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon dried mint leaves
- 6 large jalapeños halved lengthwise and seeded
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat for 30 seconds.
- Add the pork mince and cook for about 6 minutes until completely cooked through.
- Drain any excess fat.
- Preheat the air fryer to 180°C for 3 minutes.
- Combine the cooked pork, Kalamata olives, feta, cream cheese, and dried mint in a medium bowl.
- Mix until evenly combined.
- Divide the pork and cheese mixture between the jalapeño halves.
- Press the filling gently into each pepper.
- Place half of the filled jalapeños in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 6 minutes until the peppers soften and the filling is hot.
- Transfer the poppers to a serving plate.
- Repeat with the remaining jalapeño poppers.
- Serve warm.
Notes & Wine Advice
Recipe Notes
Remove all the jalapeño seeds for milder poppers. However, if you prefer extra heat, finely chop some of the seeds and mix them into the filling. Drain the cooked pork well before combining it with the cheeses. This keeps the filling creamy without making it greasy. Kalamata olives add saltiness, while feta and mint give the filling its Mediterranean character. Therefore, taste the mixture before adding any extra salt. You can prepare the filled jalapeños ahead of time and keep them covered in the refrigerator. Then air fry them just before serving.Wine Advice
A fresh Sauvignon Blanc works well with the salty feta, olives, mint, and spicy jalapeños. Its crisp acidity also provides a refreshing contrast to the rich pork and cream cheese.Nutrition values
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About This Recipe
Mediterranean Feta Jalapeño Poppers combine spicy jalapeños with pork, feta, Kalamata olives, cream cheese, and mint. The peppers provide heat, while the creamy filling balances every bite. In addition, the air fryer cooks them quickly without deep frying. Serve them warm as an appetizer, snack, or finger food.
Mediterranean Flavors with Feta and Olives
Feta, Kalamata olives, and mint give these poppers their Mediterranean character. The salty Cheese pairs beautifully with the spicy peppers. Meanwhile, cream cheese makes the filling smooth and creamy. Pork adds extra savory flavor and makes each popper more substantial. For more ideas, explore our Pork Recipes.
Quick Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers
These air fryer jalapeño poppers need only a short cooking time. First, brown the pork and combine it with the cheeses, olives, and mint. Next, fill the jalapeño halves with the mixture. Finally, cook them in the Air fryer. As a result, the peppers soften while the filling becomes warm and creamy.
Make Them Mild or Spicy
Removing the jalapeño seeds keeps the heat under control. However, you can finely chop some seeds and add them to the filling for extra spice. Therefore, you can easily adjust the heat to your preference. The feta and cream cheese also soften the fiery character of the peppers.
Easy Finger Food for Sharing
The small size makes these stuffed peppers excellent Fingerfood. For example, combine them with other Appetizer Recipes or serve them as a warm Snack. They also work well for Game Day or a relaxed Movie night.
Finally, serve Mediterranean Feta Jalapeño Poppers straight from the air fryer. This gives you tender peppers and a hot, creamy centre. These air fryer jalapeño poppers also make an easy choice for a Party or Weekend gathering.