Cajun Crab Cornbread Puffs
Cajun Crab Cornbread Puffs - A Delicious Appetizer Recipe
Looking for a delicious appetizer recipe that will impress your guests? Look no further than Cajun Crab Cornbread Puffs! This dish is a perfect combination of spicy Cajun flavors and sweet cornbread, with a savory crab filling that will leave your taste buds begging for more.
Ingredients (per serving):
- 1/4 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup cooked crab meat
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon chopped red bell pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
Cooking Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh crab meat for the best flavor.
- Don't overmix the batter - it should be lumpy.
- Use a non-stick muffin tin or grease the muffin tin well to prevent sticking.
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vegetable oil.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. In another bowl, mix together the crab meat, green onions, red bell pepper, and Cajun seasoning.
6. Grease a muffin tin and spoon the cornbread batter into each cup, filling each about 1/3 of the way.
7. Spoon a small amount of the crab mixture on top of the batter in each cup.
8. Spoon more batter on top of the crab mixture, filling each cup about 2/3 of the way.
9. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Serve warm and enjoy!
Appearance and Taste:
Cajun Crab Cornbread Puffs are a beautiful golden brown color with a savory filling that is bursting with flavor. The cornbread is slightly sweet and has a subtle kick from the cayenne pepper, while the crab filling is rich and savory with a hint of Cajun seasoning. These puffs are the perfect appetizer for any occasion and are sure to impress your guests.
Type of Dish: Appetizer
Main Ingredients: Cornmeal, Crab Meat, Cajun Seasoning
