Cajun Popcorn
Servings Prep. Time Cooking Time Calories % from Fat Fat Sodium Carbohydrates Protein Cholesterol
6 10 minutes + 30 minutes 10 minutes N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A


INGREDIENTS:
1-1/2 pounds large shrimp 1 egg 1-1/4 cups milk
1/3 cup fine cornmeal 1 cup all-purpose flour oil, for deep frying
4 teaspoons Cajun spices 1/4 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder



1 Peel and devein shrimp. Rinse the shrimp and dry well with paper towels.
2 Beat the egg and milk together. In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, Cajun spices, basil and celery salt. Add half the beaten egg mixture and mix to a smooth paste. Add the remaining egg mixture, mix well and let stand 30 minutes.
3 Dip the shrimp into the batter and deep-fry in small batches in moderately hot oil (375F.), until crisp and lightly golden. Remove with a slotted spoon or strainer.
4 Drain briefly on paper towels and serve hot with a sauce of your choice.

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