Cajun Popcorn Shrimp Recipe

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Cajun Popcorn Shrimp
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Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs small shrimp
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup fine cornmeal
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives
  • 1/2 tsp thyme
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • oil (for deep frying)

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.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 110.03 Kcal (461 kJ)
Calories from fat 20.8 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.31g 4%
Cholesterol 43.39mg 14%
Sodium 141.27mg 6%
Potassium 74.79mg 2%
Total Carbs 14.22g 5%
Sugars 0.39g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0.87g 3%
Protein 3.21g 6%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1%
Iron 0.6mg 3%
Calcium 13.3mg 1%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 179.85 Kcal (753 kJ)
Calories from fat 34 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.78g 4%
Cholesterol 70.92mg 14%
Sodium 230.92mg 6%
Potassium 122.24mg 2%
Total Carbs 23.24g 5%
Sugars 0.63g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1.42g 3%
Protein 5.25g 6%
Vitamin C 0.7mg 1%
Iron 1mg 3%
Calcium 21.8mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 2.2
    Points
  • 2
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

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