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Cajun Popcorn Shrimp
Photo: Dana DeVolk

Cajun Popcorn Shrimp

14 ingredients 10 steps fandom
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Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)

799
Calories
44g
Protein
21g
Fat
101g
Carbs
What these numbers assume — 11 portions →
Ingredient Portion assumed kcal
Flour 1 cup (125g) all-purpose 455
Olive Oil 1 tbsp (14g) 119
Shrimp 100g cooked 99
Egg 1 large egg (50g) 78
Wine 2 tbsp cooking wine (30ml) 25
Chili 1 tsp (2.7g) 8
Black Pepper 1 tsp ground (2.3g) 6
Garlic 1 clove (3g) 4
Thyme 1 tsp dried (1.4g) 4
Chives 1 tbsp (3g) 1
Salt 1 tsp (6g) 0

Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs small shrimp
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 cup fine cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • oil (for deep frying)
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Directions

1

Rinse shrimp in cold water.

2

Drain well and set aside in a cool place until needed.

3

Using a fork, whisk together the eggs and dry white wine in a small bowl, then set aside in a cool place.

4

In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, chives, garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.

5

Gradually whisk in the egg mixture, blending well.

6

Cover the batter and then let stand for about 1 hour at room temperature.

7

Heat 2 to 3 inches of oil in a large frying pan or deep-fryer to 375 degrees.

8

Dip the shrimp into the batter and fry in small batches for 2 to 3 minutes, turning to color evenly until golden brown.

9

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

10

Serve hot with your favorite dip.

Recipe sourced from fandom

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