Shrimp Hushpuppies with Vidalia Onion Dip

INGREDIENTS

• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Shrimp Hushpuppies, for serving, recipe follows
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup finely chopped chives
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 small onion, grated
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 cups sour cream
• 3/4 cup self-rising flour
• 1/4 cup chives, chopped
• Peanut oil, for frying
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1/2 pound cooked shrimp, cleaned and tails removed, chopped
• 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, grated
• Dash hot sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 Vidalia onions, chopped
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise