Crawfish and angel hair beignets are a delectable dish that combines the succulent flavors of crawfish with the pillowy softness of beignets. These deep-fried wonders are perfect for a quick and easy meal or as an appetizer for a special occasion. Served with a creamy garlic mayonnaise, these beignets offer a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.
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CRAWFISH BEIGNETS
If you've ever been to Brenda's French Soul Food in San Francisco, you know how delicious these things are, and for those who haven't, prepare yourself for a mouthful of awesome! I'm not sure the exact measurements they use, but this is my personal version that comes pretty close to the real thing. Looking forward to your feedback and hope you all enjoy!
Provided by Tastefull Wonders
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood
Time 25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix crawfish meat, Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and green onion together in a big bowl.
- Flatten and stretch out 12 biscuits with your hands or a rolling pin until they are rectangular in shape and about 4x5 inches.
- Place a scoop of the crawfish mix in the middle of each flattened biscuit and close all sides around it, working with your hands until all creases are fully sealed and you reach a desired shape.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Place beignets carefully into the hot oil and fry until they float to the top and are golden brown on both sides, flipping as needed, about 5 minutes total. Remove from oil onto a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle tops with paprika and cayenne pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.5 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 50.9 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 914.8 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
CRAWFISH BEIGNETS
Make and share this Crawfish Beignets recipe from Food.com.
Provided by HomemadeChef
Categories Cajun
Time 18m
Yield 24 beignets, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a deep-fryer heat oil over medium-high heat to 365 degrees F.
- In a large bowl whisk eggs until frothy.
- Sprinkle crawfish tails with 1 tablespoon of seasoning and add to eggs.
- Stir in bell peppers, green onions, garlic, salt, flour, baking powder and milk; consistency will be wet. Using a large metal tablespoon, drop beignet mixture into oil and fry about 3 minutes or until crispy and golden brown.
- Do this in 2 batches.
- Using a slotted spoon remove beignets and drain thoroughly on paper towels.
- Sprinkle remaining 1 teaspoon seasoning over beignets.
- To serve, spoon sauce onto 4 dinner plates and place 5 to 6 beignets on top of each.
- Sprinkle rims of plates with extra seasoning.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.2, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 25.9, Sodium 125.2, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 2.6
CRAWFISH AND ANGEL HAIR BEIGNETS WITH GARLIC MAYONNAISE
An appetizing first course from the flavor center of the universe, Louisiana. This twist on the traditional turns pasta into deep fried fritters. Courtesy of Chef Tom Weaver of Christian's Restaurant, featured in The Louisiana New Garde television series.
Provided by Molly53
Categories Crawfish
Time 40m
Yield 18 beignets
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the mayonnaise: Place the yolks in a bowl and beat at medium speed until fluffy; add oils in a thin stream until completely incorporated.
- Whisk in remaining ingredients.
- For the beignets: Place first six ingredients in a non-reactive bowl; mix well.
- Add flour and onions; mix until well-blended.
- Roll into golf ball sized balls.
- Preheat oil to 350F; cook the balls in small batches until golden brown; remove from oil and drain on absorbent paper.
- To serve: Spread mayonnaise on chilled salad plates; place three beignets on each plate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.1, Fat 25.9, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 68.5, Sodium 263, Carbohydrate 15.3, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.4, Protein 6.4
CRAWFISH BEIGNETS WITH CAJUN DIPPING SAUCE
Get a taste of the deep South with these slightly spicy beignets. You won't be able to eat just one! -Donna Lanclos, Lafayette, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 25m
Yield about 2 dozen (3/4 cup sauce).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the egg, crawfish, onions, butter, salt and cayenne. Stir in flour until blended., In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat 1 in. oil to 375°. Drop batter by tablespoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels., In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish if desired, and pepper sauce. Serve with beignets.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- To make the perfect beignet dough, use a kitchen scale to measure your ingredients, as this will ensure accuracy and consistency.
- Make sure the yeast is active and bubbly before adding it to the dough. To test the yeast, dissolve it in warm water with a pinch of sugar and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. If the yeast is active, it will foam up and become frothy. If bubbles do not foam up and become froth, then the yeast is dead and you should discard it and start over with new yeast.
- Knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic. This will help to develop the gluten in the dough, which will make the beignets light and fluffy.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for at least 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size. This will give the yeast time to work and produce carbon dioxide, which will create air pockets in the dough and make the beignets light and airy.
- When frying the beignets, make sure the oil is hot enough. The ideal temperature for frying beignets is 375°F (190°C). If the oil is not hot enough, the beignets will absorb too much oil and become greasy. To test the oil temperature, drop a small piece of dough into the oil. If the dough sizzles and rises to the surface immediately, the oil is hot enough.
- Drain the beignets on paper towels to remove excess oil. This will help to keep the beignets crispy.
Conclusion:
Crawfish and angel hair beignets with garlic mayonnaise are a delicious and unique appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or gatherings, and they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. With a crispy exterior and a soft and fluffy interior, these beignets are filled with flavorful crawfish and angel hair pasta, and they are served with a creamy and tangy garlic mayonnaise dipping sauce. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy beignets, this recipe is definitely worth trying.
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