CARIBBEAN POOFTIES-HORS D'OEUVRES

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The next best thing to a cruise in the Caribbean is this fried shrimp appetizer. You may want to double this recipe! This recipe will have your family and friends enjoying the island flavor of these puffs and asking for your recipe- so have plenty of copies on hand! These can be fried as in the photo and/or baked as in the other...

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Seafood

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 1/2 oz can of deveined shrimp (or fresh shrimp)
1 c sifted all purpose flour
1/4 tsp old bay seasoning
1 pinch dill weed
1 Tbsp curry powder ,or to taste
1/4 tsp salt
1 c dairy sour cream
1 large egg,beaten
1 Tbsp melted butter
1/2 tsp baking soda
vegetable or canola oil for frying

Steps:

  • 1. Drain shrimp; chop up very fine. In medium bowl, combine shrimp,flour, curry powder, old bay seasoning,dill weed, and salt. Gradually stir in 1/2 cup of the sour cream until smooth.
  • 2. Then stir in the beaten egg and fold in the rest of the sour cream and the melted butter. Dissolve the baking soda in 1 1/2 teaspoons of warm water. Stir into flour mixture until well combined. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  • 3. In a deep skillet or deep fryer, slowly heat oil(at least 2 inches deep) to 380^ on deep fry thermometer. Drop dough a few teaspoonfuls at a time in the hot oil. Deep-fry, turning once, about 3 minutes on each side, or just until golden-brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve warm or cold with coconut or pineapple dip.
  • 4. To Make In The Oven: Pre-heat oven to 375^-to 400^.Drop onto parchment covered baking sheets at least 2 inches apart and bake for 15 to 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Shakeel Hendricks
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this recipe. The poofties are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the sauce is the perfect finishing touch.


Nsamba Daniel
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These poofties are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Michael Kioko
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I've made these poofties several times and they're always a hit. I love the way the cheese melts inside.


Raul Marrero
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These poofties are the perfect party food. They're easy to make ahead of time and they can be served hot or cold.


Saeed Akbar
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I love making these poofties for my kids. They're a fun and easy way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Niamat Ullah
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These poofties are a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey.


Risha Jahan eva
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I've been making these poofties for years and they're always a favorite. They're the perfect combination of crispy and fluffy.


Christina Torres
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These poofties are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my guests.


Margaret Bernard
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different cheeses and fillings, and it's always delicious.


Zakria Shah
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These poofties are the perfect party appetizer. They're easy to make, they're delicious, and they always disappear quickly.


Ahsanali Butt
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The poofties were delicious and they were gone in no time.


bruce paul
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These are so good! I made them for my family and they loved them. They're definitely a new favorite recipe.


Daena Vazquez
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I've made these poofties several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I especially love the way the cheese melts inside.


Bawa jamshaid
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this recipe. The poofties are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the sauce is the perfect finishing touch.


Laila Shareef
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These poofties were a hit at my last party! They're so easy to make and they always disappear quickly.