Olives Aioli Dip with Battered Shrimp
This flavorful, creamy Olives Aioli Dip is served with perfectly crunchy battered shrimp.
Servings : 6 servings
Ingredients
OLIVES AIOLI DIP
- 1/3 cup STAR Hot Pepper Stuffed Olives
- 1-1/2 cups olive oil mayonnaise
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons STAR extra virgin olive oil
- salt and fresh ground pepper , to taste
BATTERED SHRIMP
- 1 pound shrimp , peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1 egg , beaten
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
- salt and fresh ground pepper , to taste
- oil for frying (skip this if baking the shrimp)
Instructions
OLIVES AIOLI DIP
- Place all the ingredients for the aioli dip in a food processor and process until thoroughly combined and incorporated.
- If the dip seems too thick, add a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil and process until desired consistency is reached.
- Taste for seasoning and adjust accordingly.
- Transfer dip to a serving bowl and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Best served cold.
BATTERED SHRIMP
- Combine oil and egg in a large bowl and beat well.
- Add remaining ingredients (except oil for frying) and stir until well combined.
- Heat oil in a large frying pot or a deep fryer. Temperature of oil should be about 350F.
- Dip shrimp into batter and roll around to coat on all sides.
- Add shrimp to hot oil and fry for about 1 minute, or until golden brown.
- Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towel.
- Serve with prepared Olives Aioli Dip.
TO BAKE THE SHRIMP, PLEASE REFER TO THIS POST
Nutrition
Calories: 242 kcal | Carbohydrates: 20 g | Protein: 19 g | Fat: 8 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 221 mg | Sodium: 1280 mg | Potassium: 110 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 2 g | Vitamin A: 90 IU | Vitamin C: 3.7 mg | Calcium: 148 mg | Iron: 2.9 mg | Net Carbs: 19 g
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.