Hush Puppy Fried Shrimp
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, Hush Puppy Fried Shrimp combines the sweet, savory crunch of classic hush puppies with tender, juicy shrimp for the ultimate fried seafood treat. This recipe features plump, peeled, and deveined shrimp coated in a perfectly seasoned cornmeal batter infused with garlic powder, a touch of cayenne pepper, and a hint of buttermilk for richness. Fried to golden perfection in hot oil, each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by the shrimp’s natural succulence. These crowd-pleasing morsels are easy to whip up with just 20 minutes of prep time and are ideal for everything from casual gatherings to game-day feasts. Serve them hot with lemon wedges, your favorite dipping sauce, or a refreshing side of coleslaw for a Southern-inspired meal guaranteed to impress. Perfectly paired with “hush puppy” in both flavor and texture, these fried shrimp are a top-notch seafood experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 large egg
- 0.75 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 4 cups vegetable oil, for frying
- 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Prepare the shrimp by ensuring they are peeled, deveined, and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
In a separate medium bowl, beat the egg and stir in the buttermilk and hot sauce (if using).
Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until a thick batter forms. The consistency should coat a spoon without being runny.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain a consistent frying temperature.
Dip each shrimp into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated, and gently lower it into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.
Fry the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Repeat with the remaining shrimp until all are fried.
Serve the Hush Puppy Fried Shrimp hot with your choice of dipping sauce, lemon wedges, or a side of coleslaw.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
10105 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 970.0 g | 1244% | |
| Saturated Fat | 139.5 g | 698% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1097 mg | 366% | |
| Sodium | 2574 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 248.8 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.4 g | ||
| Protein | 142.9 g | 286% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 629 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2071 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
