"They're hush puppies stuffed with crab! Yes, really! We know... it is a great idea! Crab Puppies are golden-brown, summery sweet corn treats stuffed with smoky, melty cheese and deliciously savory crabmeat. Deep-fried for maximum satisfaction, Crab Puppies take the Southern snack favorite into something even more spectacular!..."
INGREDIENTS
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canola oil, to taste
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1 cup coarsely ground cornmeal
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
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3/4 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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kosher salt, to taste
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2 scallions, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
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1 (8-ounce) carton claw crabmeat, picked over
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4 ounces Gruyère cheese, grated
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1 cup buttermilk
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1 large egg, beaten