Crawfish Puffs
Crawfish Puffs are crispy, savory bites filled with tender crawfish, rice, and peppers, perfect for appetizers or parties. Their spicy, seafood flavor and light texture make them a crowd-pleaser for seafood lovers and those seeking a flavorful snack or starter.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and onion powder.
- Beat egg yolks, milk, and vegetable oil until well blended.
- Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and beat until combined.
- Stir in chopped crawfish tails, cooked rice, and minced pepper.
- Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form, but not dry, then fold into the batter.
- Add Tabasco sauce to taste and mix gently.
- Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into deep, hot oil (375°F).
- Fry until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes, turning once.
- Drain on paper towels and serve with cocktail sauce or tartar sauce.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).