Cajun Popcorn With Garlic Mayonnaise Recipe

Name: Cajun Popcorn With Garlic Mayonnaise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise; 1 -2 garlic clove, minced; Tabasco sauce, to taste; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1 1/4 cups milk; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled; 1/8 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled; vegetable oil, for frying; 2 lbs crawfish tails (or small shrimp, peeled and deveined)

Servings: persons

1 cup mayonnaise
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
Tabasco sauce, to taste
2 large eggs, beaten
1 1/4 cups milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1/8 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled
vegetable oil, for frying
2 lbs crawfish tails (or small shrimp, peeled and deveined)

1
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, garlic, and Tabasco; stir until blended; set aside, covered in the refrigerator.
2
In another small bowl, combine the eggs and milk; whisk until well blended.
3
In a big bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, two peppers, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and basil; stir to mix.
4
Gradually whisk in the egg mixture until well blended; let the batter stand for 1 hour.
5
In a large, heavy skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat 1 inch of oil to about 370u00b0 (but not below 350u00b0) on a deep-fat thermometer.
6
In batches, coat the crawfish with the batter, fry in hot oil, stirring, about 2 minutes or until golden and crisp, and drain on paper towels.
7
Serve the popcorn hot with the garlic mayonnaise.

680

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 -2 garlic clove, minced, Tabasco sauce, to taste, 2 large eggs, beaten, and more.

Yes, Cajun Popcorn With Garlic Mayonnaise falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cajun Popcorn With Garlic Mayonnaise

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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