Shrimp and Corn Hush Puppies
Shrimp and Corn Hush Puppies are a delicious Southern-style appetizer that will leave your taste buds wanting more. These crispy, golden-brown balls of goodness are made with a combination of shrimp, corn, and a few other simple ingredients that come together to create a mouth-watering dish.
To make Shrimp and Corn Hush Puppies, you will need the following ingredients per serving:
- 1/2 cup cornmeal" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;">cornmeal
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup canned corn kernels, drained
- 1/4 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Vegetable oil for frying
To start, mix together the cornmeal" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;">cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Add in the corn kernels and chopped shrimp, and stir until everything is well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vegetable oil. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a thick batter forms.
Heat a few inches of vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, use a small cookie scoop or spoon to drop the batter into the oil, one scoop at a time. Fry the hush puppies for 2-3 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Remove the hush puppies from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain off any excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Shrimp and Corn Hush Puppies are a perfect appetizer for any occasion, and they are sure to impress your guests with their crispy exterior and savory filling. The combination of sweet corn and succulent shrimp creates a flavor explosion in your mouth that is hard to resist.
Type: Appetizer
Main Ingredients:
- Shrimp
- Corn
- Cornmeal
So, if you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that will leave your guests wanting more, give these Shrimp and Corn Hush Puppies a try!
