HUSH PUPPY FRIED SHRIMP

Hush Puppy Fried Shrimp image

I've got to quit making these. I overeat every time I fix them. I found this recipe in an old cookbook about a month ago and have fixed them three times and every time I eat them I can't stop. Beware--they are addictive.

Provided by TPubmgjbd

Categories Healthy

Time 17m

Yield 1-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
vegetable oil
3/4 cup Bisquick
3/4 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
3 tablespoons chopped parsley (fresh is best)
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 cup beer
1 egg, light beaten

Steps:

Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
Heat about 1 inch oil in a Dutch oven to 375°F or use a Fry Daddy.
Combine dry ingredients.
Add beer and egg, stirring until batter is smooth.
Coat shrimp in batter and cook in hot oil about 2 minutes until brown.
Drain on paper towels.
Serve with salsa, cocktail sauce or tartar sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1609.8, Fat 34.4, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 1250.1, Sodium 2466.7, Carbohydrate 144.4, Fiber 10.1, Sugar 12.3, Protein 161.4