Shrimp Hushpuppies

By Booper-2

Ingredients

• 7 ounces, weight Cooked Shrimp
• Ground Black Pepper To Taste
• 1 cup Yellow Cornmeal
• 3/4 cups Self-Rising Flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt, Plus More To Season Shrimp
• 1/2 teaspoons Cayenne Powder
• 1/2 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 whole Egg
• 1 whole Small Vidalia Onion, Minced
• 3 whole Celery Stalks Minced
• 1/4 cups Chives, Minced
• Oil, For Frying

Preparation

Step 1

Preparation Instructions

1. Cut the shrimp into small pieces and place on a plate or leave on cutting board. Season with salt and pepper and set aside so the flavor can seep in.

2. Meanwhile, add the cormmeal, flour, 1 teaspoon salt, cayenne, paprika, and whisk together. Add the milk and the egg and stir. Now add the onions, celery, chives, and shrimp and stir in with a wooden spoon. The batter should be thick.

3. Preheat the oil to 350ºF. Once the oil is ready, use a mini cookie scooper and scoop some of the batter in the spoon and into the hot oil. Allow to cook for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown, and turn to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb the excess oil. When ready, eat!