Crab Jalapeno Hushpuppies

By tulawdog

Ingredients

• 4 ounces (about 1 cup) all-purpose flour
• 3 ounces (about3/4 cup) cornmeal
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 egg
• 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 ounce cream cheese, melted
• 12 ounces lump crab meat, picked through for shells
• 1/3 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 jalapeno, minced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Oil, for frying

Preparation

Step 1

Heat 3-inches of oil in a pot, with at least a 3-inch air gap at the top, to 350F.

In a medium bowl whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and sugar until well combined.

In a separate bowl whisk together the buttermilk, egg, butter, and cream cheese until well mixed. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix until most of the flour mixture is moistened. Add the crab, shredded cheese, jalapeno, and garlic and mix until well combined.


Scoop the mixture by the rounded tablespoon into the hot oil. Cook, turning occasionally, until the hushpuppies are golden brown all over, about 4 minutes. Drain on a wire rack and cool slightly. Serve warm.