Shrimp Puffs a la Creole

15m
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
35m
Ready In

Recipe: #24042

June 11, 2016



"Tasty little shrimp treats, good to serve as an app., lunch, or for a Friday night dinner with a side of fries and dipped into tartar sauce."

Original is 5-10 servings

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (288.2 g)
  • Calories 392.1
  • Total Fat - 8 g
  • Saturated Fat - 2.1 g
  • Cholesterol - 258.7 mg
  • Sodium - 1007.4 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 51.2 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 1.9 g
  • Sugars - 3.4 g
  • Protein - 26.6 g
  • Calcium - 258.7 mg
  • Iron - 1.8 mg
  • Vitamin C - 3.2 mg
  • Thiamin - 0.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Cook rice according to package directions, set aside.

Step 2

Peel shrimp, and devein, if desired; chop shrimp, and set aside.

Step 3

Combine flour and next 3 ingredients in a large bowl. Combine egg yolks, milk, and 1 tablespoon oil, stirring well; gradually add dry ingredients, stirring just until blended. Add rice, shrimp, and onions, stirring gently.

Step 4

Beat egg whites at high speed with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form, and gently fold into shrimp mixture.

Step 5

Pour oil to depth of 3 inches into a Dutch oven; heat to 375-degrees F.

Step 6

Drop shrimp mixture by heaping teaspoonfuls into hot oil; cook for 3 - 4 minutes or until golden, turning once.

Step 7

Drain on paper towels, and serve immediately with remoulade or tartar sauce.

Step 8

Yield: 5 dozen.

Tips


No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.


  • For the shrimp, use fresh medium-sized shrimp that have not been peeled.
  • For the onion, use a medium-sized yellow onion and include both the white and green tops of the green onion.

  • Substitute brown rice for the dry rice to add more fiber and nutrition to the recipe. The benefit of this substitution is that it adds more health benefits to the dish, making it a healthier option.
  • Substitute olive oil for the vegetable oil to add more flavor and health benefits. The benefit of this substitution is that it adds more flavor and nutrition to the dish, making it a more interesting and healthier option.

Vegetarian Puffs Replace the shrimp with 1 cup of chopped mushrooms, 1/2 cup of chopped red peppers, and 1/2 cup of chopped zucchini. Omit the garlic powder, and add 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning to the dry ingredients.



Grilled Asparagus with Lemon and Parmesan: This simple side dish brings out the flavors of the shrimp puffs and adds a fresh, zesty flavor. Grilling the asparagus gives it a smoky flavor that pairs well with the Creole seasoning in the shrimp puffs.


Creamy Mashed Potatoes: Creamy mashed potatoes are a classic side dish that pairs perfectly with the shrimp puffs. The creamy texture and buttery flavor of the potatoes complements the Creole seasoning and adds a richness to the dish. The potatoes also provide a comforting contrast to the bright flavors of the grilled asparagus.




FAQ

Q: What type of oil should I use?

A: You should use vegetable oil for both frying and in the shrimp mixture.



Q: How long should the shrimp cook for?

A: The shrimp should cook for about 3 minutes, or until they turn pink and are cooked through.

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Fun facts:

The Creole seasoning used in this recipe is a combination of ingredients used by the French settlers in Louisiana, and is a signature flavor of the Creole cuisine.

This dish was popularized by renowned chef Paul Prudhomme, who was one of the first to popularize Cajun and Creole cooking in the United States.