Shrimp eggplant beignets are a unique and delectable dish that combines the best of both worlds - the delicate flavor of shrimp and the hearty texture of eggplant. These beignets are a perfect appetizer or main course, and they're sure to impress your guests with their unique flavor and presentation. Served with a creamy and tangy remoulade sauce, they're a perfect party food that can be made ahead of time. Beignets are a popular treat in many cultures, and this recipe is a fun and creative way to enjoy them. You can find the recipe and learn how to make your own shrimp eggplant beignets with remoulade sauce in this article.
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CHEESY SHRIMP SCAMPI BEIGNETS WITH CORN MAQUE CHOUX AND BASIL REMOULADE
This Southern-inspired dish uses buttery shrimp scampi in the cleverest of ways. The convenience of using frozen shrimp shortens prep time while the garlic-butter sauce adds major flavor to crisp, golden beignets. They are nestled in creamy, sweet corn and topped with a zesty remoulade spiked with plenty of lemon and fresh basil.
Provided by Food Network
Time 50m
Yield 8 to 10 servings (about 28 beignets)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Prepare the shrimp according to the package directions for the microwave. Drain the melted butter sauce from the shrimp and reserve (you should have about 3/4 cup). When the shrimp are cool enough to handle, roughly chop them and set aside.
- Combine the butter, 1 1/4 cups water, 1/4 cup of the reserved scampi butter and 1 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Immediately add the flour, mixing vigorously with a wooden spoon until the dough pulls away from the sides of the pan and forms a ball, about 3 minutes. Set aside to cool for 5 minutes.
- Using a wooden spoon, beat in the eggs one at a time until a silky dough forms. Stir in the Monterey Jack and reserved chopped shrimp; set aside.
- Heat the remaining 1/2 cup reserved scampi butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the celery, bell pepper and onion and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, about 8 minutes. Add the corn and 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning and cook until the corn is heated through, about 2 minutes. Stir in the cream and cook until slightly reduced, 2 to 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper and set aside.
- Combine the mayonnaise, basil, mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest and remaining 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning in a small bowl and mix well; set aside.
- Set a wire cooling rack on a rimmed baking sheet. Fit a large, heavy-bottomed pot with a deep-fry thermometer, fill with 2 inches vegetable oil and heat to 350 degrees F.
- Grease a tablespoon with vegetable oil. Working in two batches, gently drop heaping tablespoons of batter into the oil and fry, stirring occasionally, until puffed, golden and cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove the beignets with a slotted spoon to the wire rack.
- Spoon the corn mixture on a large platter and top with the beignets. Serve with the basil remoulade.
SHRIMP-EGGPLANT BEIGNETS WITH REMOULADE SAUCE
A cajun dish. A deep fried yummy Shrimp-Eggplant Beignets served with my sauce. Or use your own sauce. A big hit at my house. Adjust the oil so it not too hot when cooking. The eggplant gives the dough an extra creaminess. Go ahead and salt, rinse and dry your eggplant if you normally do it. I never do and I enjoy the slight bitterness eggplant has. To each your own! ;)
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 4 dozen, 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Remoulade Sauce-- Whisk together all ingredients. Cover and chill 1 hour.
- Beignets-- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add eggplant and next 5 ingredients; cook 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Add shrimp; cook 1 minute.
- Remove from heat, and cool.
- Pour oil to depth of 3 inches in a Dutch oven; heat to 360°F.
- Whisk together eggs and next 3 ingredients; whisk in flour just until moistened.
- Fold in eggplant mixture.
- Drop batter by heaping tablespoonfuls into hot oil.
- Fry beignets, a few at a time, 3 minutes or until golden, turning once.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately with Remoulade Sauce.
REMOULADE SAUCE
Can be served with my Shrimp-Eggplant Beignets or Fried fish. You can toss cooked shrimp in to make a shrimp salad. This is a spicy crunchy sauce. Cook time is chill time.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h10m
Yield 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk together all ingredients.
- Cover and chill 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 37.1, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 380.3, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.9, Protein 1.4
SPAGHETTI WITH SHRIMP AND EGGPLANT
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories dinner, pastas, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Peel and devein the shrimp and set aside.
- Trim the ends of the eggplant and peel it. Cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a saucepan and add the garlic. Cook, stirring, without browning. Add the tomatoes, honey, pepper flakes, basil, salt and pepper. Stir to blend, cover and simmer, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large nonstick skillet and when it is very hot add the eggplant, salt and pepper. Cook the eggplant, tossing, until it is nicely browned. Drain and add the eggplant to the tomato sauce. Stir and cover and cook for 15 minutes or until well blended with the sauce.
- Meanwhile, in the same nonstick skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil and add the shrimp, salt and pepper. Cook over high heat for 1 minute, stirring. Add the shrimp to the sauce, blend well and cook for 1 minute. Keep warm.
- Meanwhile, salt the water and bring to a boil in a kettle. Add the spaghetti and cook to the desired degree of doneness.
- Drain the spaghetti and return it to the kettle. Add the shrimp and eggplant mixture, toss well and serve immediately with cheese if desired.
Tips:
- To make sure the beignets are cooked through, use a thermometer to check that the oil is at 350°F before frying.
- If you don't have a thermometer, you can test the oil by dropping a small piece of bread into it. If the bread browns quickly, the oil is hot enough.
- Be careful not to overcrowd the pan when frying the beignets. This will cause the oil temperature to drop and the beignets will not cook evenly.
- Serve the beignets hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Remoulade sauce is a classic choice, but you can also use ketchup, tartar sauce, or even just a squeeze of lemon.
Conclusion:
Shrimp eggplant beignets are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for something new and exciting to make, give these shrimp eggplant beignets a try.
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