Description
Shrimp Crab Nacho Corn Dogs are a fun and flavorful twist on a classic snack. These delectable corn dogs feature a crispy cornbread batter filled with succulent shrimp and tender crab, all drizzled with zesty nacho cheese sauce. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, these handheld delights promise to impress your guests and elevate your culinary game.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 1 cup nacho cheese sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Gently fold in the shrimp and crab meat until well combined.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip skewers into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated, then carefully fry them for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and drizzle with warm nacho cheese sauce before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 corn dogs (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For an upscale version, swap shrimp for lobster or add jalapeños for an extra kick. To bake instead of fry: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake on a greased sheet for about 20-25 minutes until golden.