Shrimp Bacon & Basil Griddle Cakes #RSC |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Contest Entry. Golden brown lacy shrimp and bacon cakes spiked with southern spices and fresh basil. Accompanined with Hidden Valley Original ranch Dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or an appetizer course. Ingredients:
2 ounces bacon, finely diced |
3/4 cup all-purpose flour |
1/4 teaspoon baking powder |
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon cumin |
1/8 teaspoon black pepper |
1 tablespoon shallot, minced |
2 tablespoons red onions, small diced |
2 tablespoons yellow peppers, small diced |
2 tablespoons basil, thinly sliced |
1 tablespoon chives, sliced |
2 teaspoons lemon zest |
1 egg, lightly beaten |
1/2 cup milk |
6 ounces cooked shrimp, coarsely chopped |
1/2 cup vegetable oil |
4 lemon wedges |
4 basil sprigs |
1 cup hidden valley® original ranch® dressing |
Directions:
1. 1. In a heated skillet using medium heat cook the bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon from the skillet using a slotted spoon; allow the bacon to drain onto absorbent paper towels.
2. 2. Sift the dry ingredients and seasonings into a bowl.
3. 3. In a seperate mixing bowl combine the bacon, vegetables, herbs, egg, milk and shrimp.
4. 4. Slowly add the dry ingredients into the mixing bowl, stir with a wooden spoon until the batter is just combined. Take care not to over mix the batter.
5. 5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; in batches place 1/4 cup size dollops of batter into the skillet. saute for approximately 2 minutes or until the bottom side of the griddle cakes are golden in color. Gently turn the griddle cakes over using a spatula, cooking the second side for an additional 2 minutes or until the cakes are fully cooked.
6. 6. Place the cakes in a single layer onto an absorbent paper lined tray reserve in a warm area. Cook any remaining batter adding additional vegetable oil if necessary.
7. 7. In the center of a decorative serving platter arrange the griddle cakes, garnish the platter with lemon wedges and sprigs of basil. Place the Hidden Vally Original Ranch Dressing into a decorative serving bowl to accompany the cakes.
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