COCONUT SHRIMP I
These crispy shrimp are rolled in a coconut beer batter before frying. For dipping sauce, I use orange marmalade, mustard and horseradish mixed to taste.
Provided by LINDAV10
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood Shrimp
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In medium bowl, combine egg, 1/2 cup flour, beer and baking powder. Place 1/4 cup flour and coconut in two separate bowls.
- Hold shrimp by tail, and dredge in flour, shaking off excess flour. Dip in egg/beer batter; allow excess to drip off. Roll shrimp in coconut, and place on a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, heat oil to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) in a deep-fryer.
- Fry shrimp in batches: cook, turning once, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown. Using tongs, remove shrimp to paper towels to drain. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 67.5 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 240.8 mg, Sugar 9.2 g
COCONUT SHRIMP WITH SPICY ORANGE MARMALADE SAUCE
Steps:
- Place flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Whisk egg and water together in a separate bowl. Pour coconut milk in a third bowl. Place coconut flakes in a fourth bowl.
- Hold a shrimp by the tail and coat in flour well, making sure to leave tail clean. Dip in egg coating; return to flour and cover again. Dip in coconut milk; roll in coconut flakes. Place on a sheet of wax paper or a plate. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat until a drop of water crackles when dripped into in the pan. Place shrimp in skillet in batches if needed, with small space between each. Fry until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate covered with napkins to drain excess oil.
- Combine orange marmalade and horseradish together in a bowl for sauce. Adjust ratio to taste. Serve as a dip with the shrimp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 687.3 calories, Carbohydrate 72 g, Cholesterol 197.6 mg, Fat 35 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 18.7 g, Sodium 552.3 mg, Sugar 31.1 g
CRUNCHY COCONUT SHRIMP WITH SWEET ORANGE MARMALADE SAUCE
Dazzle your party guests with homemade coconut shrimp - succulent tail-on shrimp are wrapped in a crunchy coconut and shredded wheat coating, fried until golden brown and served with a tangy Key West-inspired orange and lime sauce. Irrestible, so be sure to make lots!!
Provided by Chef mariajane
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 24 shrimp
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- DIP: Place all ingredients into a food processor and pulse until smooth and place mixture in a small serving bowl; set aside.
- SHRIMP: Melt enough shortening or oil to equal 2-inches in a deep frying pan or use and electric deep fryer heated to 365°F.
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, cornstarch, jerk seasoning, and paprika. Pour coconut milk in a second bowl. In a third shallow dish, combine the crushed shredded wheat and coconut. Layout cooling racks and place waxed paper underneath to catch drippings.
- Hold each shrimp by the tail, coat with flour mixture, dip into coconut milk then into crushed shredded wheat mixture. Place shrimp on rack and repeat process until all shrimp are done.
- Fry 6-8 shrimp are at a time for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- NOTE: Shrimp may be prepared in advance and frozen for up to 2 weeks. To serve, defrost slightly and re-crisp in the oven at 375°F.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.2, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 10.6, Sodium 53.5, Carbohydrate 25.7, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 12.9, Protein 3.1
BAKED COCONUT SHRIMP
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Rinse and dry shrimp with paper towels. Mix cornstarch, salt, and cayenne pepper in a shallow bow; pour coconut flakes in a separate shallow bowl. Working with one shrimp at a time, dredge it in the cornstarch mixture, then dip it in the egg white, and roll it in the coconut, making sure to coat the shrimp well. Place on the prepared baking sheet, and repeat with the remaining shrimp.
- Bake the shrimp until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center and the coconut is browned, 15 to 20 minutes, flipping the shrimp halfway through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Cholesterol 172.6 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 927.7 mg, Sugar 13.8 g
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