Shrimp Crab Nacho Corn Dogs
Shrimp Crab Nacho Corn Dogs are a mouthwatering twist on classic corn dogs, featuring succulent shrimp and lump crab meat encased in a crispy cornmeal batter. Perfect for game nights, parties, or casual dinners, these savory snacks deliver an unforgettable flavor experience that will leave guests coming back for more. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauces for a delightful culinary adventure.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the seafood: Chop the shrimp into small pieces and mix with crab meat in a bowl.
- Make the batter: In another bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, egg, and milk until smooth.
- Heat oil: In a deep pot or fryer, heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Coat seafood: Dip skewers into the batter before inserting them into the seafood mixture for better adherence.
- Fry: Carefully place coated seafood into hot oil and fry until golden brown (approximately three minutes per side).
- Drain & serve: Transfer cooked corn dogs to paper towels to drain excess oil and serve hot with dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 corn dog (55g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For extra crunch, consider double-dipping the corn dogs in batter before frying. - Feel free to customize by swapping out shrimp for your favorite seafood or adding spices like cayenne for an extra kick.