Cajun Popcorn Shrimp and Hushpuppies with Jalapeño Honey
Fridays call for indulgences, which means I get to eat deep-fried food, something I only occasionally allow myself to consume when dining out and rarely cook at home.
Recipe Ingredients
1¼ cup cornmeal
¾ cup flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking powder
¼ cup + 1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup diced jalapeño
2 corns on the cob
2 eggs
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup buttermilk
Shrimp
¾ pound small shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
2½ teaspoons paprika
2½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons onion powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more if you like spice)
½ cup flour
2 eggs + 2 tablespoons flour