Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with Bubba Deen's Spicy Corn and Crab Puffs - the Southern comfort food that will make your mouth water and your guests beg for more! These crispy, golden delights combine the sweet succulence of fresh crab meat with the kick of hot sauce, creating an irresistible appetizer that's guaranteed to be the star of any gathering. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or just craving something extraordinary, these corn and crab puffs are about to become your new culinary obsession!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Southern
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and hot sauce. Mix until well blended and smooth.
- Add the corn kernels, lump crab meat, and chopped green onions to the cream cheese mixture. Gently fold the ingredients together until evenly combined. Be careful not to break up the crab meat too much.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the mixture, stirring until just incorporated. The mixture should be thick but still slightly sticky.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg until well mixed. Add the beaten egg to the crab mixture and stir until fully combined.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium heat. You’ll want enough oil to submerge the puffs, about 2-3 inches deep.
- Once the oil is hot (around 350°F or 175°C), use a spoon or a small ice cream scoop to drop spoonfuls of the crab mixture into the hot oil. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan; fry in batches if necessary.
- Fry the corn and crab puffs for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to turn them gently to ensure even cooking.
- Once cooked, remove the puffs from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Allow the puffs to cool slightly before serving. They are best enjoyed warm, with additional hot sauce on the side for dipping if desired.
Tips
- • Ensure your oil is precisely heated to 350°F for perfect golden-brown puffs • Use fresh, high-quality lump crab meat for the best flavor and texture • Don't overmix the batter to keep the crab meat chunks intact • Drain puffs on paper towels to remove excess oil and maintain crispiness • Serve immediately while hot for maximum crunch and flavor • Experiment with different hot sauces to customize the spice level • Use a small ice cream scoop for uniform-sized puffs • If the mixture seems too wet, add a bit more flour to help binding • Have a thermometer handy to monitor oil temperature consistently
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 65mg
