What's one easy way to upgrade a bacon wrapped jalapeño poppers recipe? Amp up the creamy and tangy factor with the addition of goat cheese.
It turns out that goat cheese blends really well with cream cheese, the typical base of a jalapeño popper, and adds extra dimensions of acidic and rich flavors. Balance that out with a hit of umami from Lee Kum Kee Panda Brand Oyster Sauce, and you've got a perfectly seasoned, creative twist on an appetizer classic with the addition of just two extra ingredients.
We really can't stress the importance of the oyster sauce enough here. It's serving as the seasoning for the goat cheese and cream cheese mixture but adds much more than just salt. It's deep, complex sweetness and umami carries through the dish, with no oyster or fishy taste to be detected. That extra "oomph" of flavor is what truly takes this recipe to the next level.
Arrange bacon-wrapped jalapeños on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the jalapeños are tender. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then sprinkle with chopped green onions. Serve warm and enjoy!
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