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Hush Puppy Fried Shrimp

Hush Puppy Fried Shrimp

Crispy outside just like a hush puppy. Delicious shrimp!

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Hush Puppy Fried Shrimp
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 375 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp
  • 3/4 cup Bisquick baking mix
  • 3/4 cup cornmeal
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 3/4 cup beer
  • 1 egg lightly beaten
  • vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Peel and devein shrimp and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Heat 1 inch of oil in a Dutch oven to 375 degrees.
  3. Combine baking mix, cornmeal, onions, parsley, baking powder, garlic salt, cayenne, cumin, and chili powder. Add beer and egg, stirring until smooth.
  4. Coat shrimp in batter and cook in hot oil 2 minutes or until brown (cook in batches if necessary - do not overcrowd). Drain on paper towels. Serve hot.