**Delight in the Crispy Crunch and Savory Flavors of Crab Hush Puppies with Tartar Sauce: A Journey for Taste Buds**
Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with our delectable Crab Hush Puppies, a tantalizing appetizer or side dish that will elevate any gathering. These golden-brown morsels, infused with the sweet taste of crab meat, deliver a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior that will leave you craving more. Perfectly paired with our homemade Tartar Sauce, a creamy and tangy condiment, this dish promises an explosion of flavors that will satisfy even the most discerning palate. Dive into our easy-to-follow recipe to recreate this delightful treat in the comfort of your own kitchen and impress your loved ones with your culinary skills.
CRAB HUSH PUPPIES WITH CILANTRO-JALAPENO DIP
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 18 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- For the crab hush puppies: In a medium bowl, whisk the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, kosher salt, sugar and garlic powder. In a separate small bowl, whisk the buttermilk and egg. Make a well in the dry ingredients and begin to gently stir in the buttermilk mixture (I use a wooden spoon). Do not overmix. Gently stir in the crab and scallions until just mixed.
- For the cilantro-jalapeno dip: Combine the cilantro, mayonnaise, garlic powder, sea salt, pepper, reserved scallion greens and jalapeno in a blender and blend until pureed. Refrigerate until serving time. This can be made a day in advance.
- Heat several inches of canola oil in a Dutch oven to 350 degrees F. (There should be enough oil for the hush puppies to be completely submerged.) Use a 1-inch ice cream scoop to drop the batter into the hot oil in batches. Fry until deep golden brown, about 4 minutes. While the hush puppies are hot, sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt. Serve immediately with the dip.
CRAB HUSH PUPPIES WITH CURRIED HONEY-MUSTARD SAUCE
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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Appetizer Side Fry Cocktail Party Picnic Quick & Easy High Fiber Oscars Dinner Crab Fall Summer Shower Engagement Party Party Potluck Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes about 30
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Stir mustard, honey, and 1 1/4 teaspoons curry powder in small bowl for dipping sauce.
- Stir cornbread mix, clam juice, and 1/2 teaspoon curry powder in medium bowl. Mix in crabmeat and 3/4 cup onions.
- Pour enough oil into medium saucepan to reach depth of 1 1/2 inches. Attach deep-fry thermometer to side of pan and heat oil over medium heat to 320°F to 330°F. Working in batches, drop batter into oil by heaping teaspoonfuls. Fry until golden and cooked through, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
- Sprinkle hush puppies with remaining onions. Serve with dipping sauce.
HUSH PUPPIES WITH CRAB AND BACON
Make sure you pick over the crab meat well to remove any shells for these delicious hush puppies, which come together in a snap. The bacon must be cooked before they are assembled, but that's the only other bit of prep work. Keep them warm before serving, and make sure to offer plenty of good butter to gild them.
Provided by John Willoughby And Chris Schlesinger
Categories appetizer, side dish
Time 45m
Yield About 3 dozen pups
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200 degrees. Cover a baking sheet with a double layer of paper towel. In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, baking powder and baking soda.
- In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk and bacon fat. Add to the cornmeal mixture and mix to combine. Stir in crab and bacon and season to taste. Allow to stand for 10 to 15 minutes while oil heats.
- In a Dutch oven or other large pot, add enough oil to come to a depth of 3 inches. Heat over medium-high heat until oil is 350 to 360 degrees.
- Form batter into golf ball-sized balls (if batter is too dry to cohere well, stir in a bit more buttermilk). Drop balls into hot oil 5 or 6 at a time and cook until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. As each batch is finished, place on baking sheet and put into the oven to keep warm. Serve accompanied by plenty of room-temperature butter.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 81, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 159 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Use fresh crab meat for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh crab meat, use canned crab meat that has been drained and flaked.
- Be sure to chop the crab meat finely. This will help it to distribute evenly throughout the hush puppies.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the hush puppies tough.
- Use a hot oil to fry the hush puppies. This will help them to cook evenly and prevent them from becoming greasy.
- Serve the hush puppies hot with tartar sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Crab hush puppies are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. They are perfect for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to formal parties. With their crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior, crab hush puppies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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