Nannie’s Shrimp Croquettes

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Nannie’s Shrimp Croquettes

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Ingredients

Makes 8 servings

Prep: 10 min., Cook: 10 min., Chill: 1 hr., Fry: 4 min.

Instructions

  • Melt butter in a large heavy saucepan over low heat, and whisk in flour.
  • Cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute.
  • Gradually whisk in milk, and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened and bubbly.
  • Stir in onion and next 4 ingredients.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in 1 egg and cooked shrimp.
  • Cover and chill 1 hour.
  • Shape shrimp mixture into 16 balls.
  • Roll mixture in saltine crumbs, dip in 2 beaten eggs, and roll mixture again in saltine crumbs.
  • Pour vegetable oil to a depth of 3 inches into a Dutch oven, and heat to 375°.
  • Fry croquettes 3 to 4 minutes or until golden.
  • Drain on paper towels.
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Course; Fish / Snack