Ingredients

  • 8 large jalapenos, cut lengthwise through the stem and seeds and ribs removed
  • 1 (15 1/4 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, plus 1/4 cup for topping
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, plus 1/4 cup for topping
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder, divided
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup sour cream, for topping
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives (to garnish)
  • kosher salt
  • ground black pepper
  • Green (Avocado) Goddess Sauce
  • 1/2 cup prepared guacamole
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 1 cup roughly chopped cilantro
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • kosher salt
  • ground black pepper

Method

  • Preheat oven 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, stir to combine corn, garlic, scallions, red onion, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, egg, 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs, 2 teaspoons chili seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
  • To make the topping, in a small bowl, stir to combine 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese with 1/4 cup panko, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder and olive oil.
  • Spoon the corn mixture into the jalapeno halves and place on the prepared baking sheet. Top each jalapeno with the panko and cheese topping. Bake for 18-20 minutes until jalapeno is softened and topping is golden.
  • To make the green goddess sauce:
  • Place all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.
  • Top each jalapeno with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of chives and serve with the green goddess dipping sauce on the side.