Spicy Hush Puppies With Shrimp,Jalapenos And Chipot

Name: Spicy Hush Puppies With Shrimp,Jalapenos And Chipotle Sour Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup minced onion ( or shallot); 2-3 large jalapenos, frozen*, or less of fresh,seeded and minced; 1/4 cups minced scallion, green and white parts; 2 tablespoons hot melted bacon fat; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/4-1/2 pounds shrimp,frozen, shell-on; defrosted, shelled and chopped; 2 cups cornmeal, Indian Head or stoneground fine cornmeal,; 6 tablespoons Powdered buttermilk; 1 tablespoon AP flour; 1 teaspoon Baking powder; 2 teaspoons kosher salt or smoked salt; 1 1/2 cups boiling water; 2 tablespoons hot melted bacon fat; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; Cayenne to taste

Servings: persons

1/2 cup minced onion ( or shallot)
2-3 large jalapenos, frozen*, or less of fresh,seeded and minced
1/4 cups minced scallion, green and white parts
2 tablespoons hot melted bacon fat
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4-1/2 pounds shrimp,frozen, shell-on; defrosted, shelled and chopped
2 cups cornmeal, Indian Head or stoneground fine cornmeal,
6 tablespoons Powdered buttermilk
1 tablespoon AP flour
1 teaspoon Baking powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt or smoked salt
1 1/2 cups boiling water
2 tablespoons hot melted bacon fat
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Cayenne to taste

1
["Sautee shallot through garlic in hot bacon fat over medium hot heat til translucent but not browned(3-5 minutes).
2
Add shrimp and saute a few minutes til just barely opaque.Cool and chop roughly.", "Combine cornmeal through salt.
3
Pour boiling water over dry ingredients and stir well.Add hot bacon fat.Add egg.
4
Add more cornmeal if needed to get thick batter ( not runny.)
5
Taste; add salt and more jalapeno or cayenne to taste.", "Heat canola oil to 375 degrees. Using 2 soupspoons or tablespoons, scoop
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about 1/4 c. of batter. Holding it above the oil, scoop it out quickly into the oil w/ second spoon. Repeat to fill pan, leaving some space between hushpuppies.Do not crowd them.
7
Fry 4-5 minutes til medium brown, drain on double paper towels over newspapers . Salt generously. Keep warm .
8
Serve w/ soft unsalted butter and/or Chipotle Sour Cream", "Chipotle Sour Cream:
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3/4 cup Sour cream (no liquid), 1/4 Plain Yoghurt (not 'No Fat'), 2+ teaspoons pureed Chipotles in Adobo (without seeds;San Marcos brand recommended, not La Morena which needs seeding -ugh); 2 teaspoons frozen Orange Juice concentrate; 1/4- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 teaspoon lemon juice;
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pinch of kosher salt.
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Combine all in a bowl. Refrigerate at least a few hours for flavors to blend.", "Note: * Wrapped in plastic, jalapenos stay potent in the freezer for years!
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**These don't do very well reheated, probably because they are almost 100% cornmeal.( Those lighter hushpuppies made with more flour- reheat fairly well.) Best served within an hour or 2 of frying."]

1201

kcal

Calories

117

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup minced onion ( or shallot), 2-3 large jalapenos, frozen*, or less of fresh,seeded and minced, 1/4 cups minced scallion, green and white parts, 2 tablespoons hot melted bacon fat, and more.

Yes, Spicy Hush Puppies With Shrimp,Jalapenos And Chipotle Sour Cream falls under the Seafood 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.

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Spicy Hush Puppies With Shrimp,Jalapenos And Chipotle Sour Cream

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