Description
Crispy southern crab beignets showcase Louisiana’s culinary magic with golden-brown exterior and tender seafood core. Delicate morsels offer rich flavors that transport diners to New Orleans’ vibrant kitchens.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) blue crab meat
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsps Creole mustard
- 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup thinly sliced scallions
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- 1 ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
- Canola oil, for frying
- 1 cup white remoulade sauce
Instructions
- Crab Preparation: Meticulously examine crab meat, removing any shell fragments to ensure pure seafood quality.
- Wet Mixture Creation: Whisk eggs into a light foam, then blend mayonnaise, Creole mustard, lemon juice, scallions, red onion, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until smooth and well-integrated.
- Batter Assembly: Gently fold Panko breadcrumbs into the seasoned mixture, carefully incorporating crab meat to maintain a delicate texture without compressing the ingredients.
- Resting Phase: Refrigerate the prepared mixture for at least one hour, allowing flavors to meld and batter to firm up for optimal frying.
- Frying Technique: Heat canola oil to 350°F in a deep skillet. Using two spoons, carefully drop small portions of crab mixture into hot oil, frying until each beignet turns golden-brown and crispy (approximately 1-2 minutes).
- Finishing Touch: Transfer beignets to a paper towel-lined plate using a slotted spoon to drain excess oil. Keep warm at 200°F if needed, and serve immediately with White Remoulade Sauce for a delectable dipping experience.
Notes
- Crab Quality Check: Meticulously inspect seafood to remove every shell fragment, ensuring a smooth, safe eating experience.
- Batter Blending Technique: Whisk eggs to a light foam, then incorporate condiments smoothly for balanced flavor development.
- Chilling for Perfection: Refrigerate mixture for at least one hour to enhance texture and allow seasonings to meld completely.
- Frying Precision: Maintain oil temperature at 350°F and fry in small batches to achieve golden-brown, crispy exterior without overcrowding the pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 1 hour chilling time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg