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Coconut Shrimp

Coconut Shrimp

JC Phelps
These Coconut Shrimp are crispy, sweet, and paired with a zesty orange marmalade dip. They’re the ultimate appetizer!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Carribean
Servings 4
Calories 517 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. peeled and deveined raw shrimp
  • ½ c. panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ c. shredded coconut
  • ¼ c. all-purpose flour for a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying such as vegetable oil
  • ½ c. orange marmalade
  • ¼ c. chili sauce

Instructions
 

  • Clean and devein the shrimp, then pat them dry with paper towels.
  • Add the flour, salt, and pepper to a shallow bowl and stir to combine. In a second shallow bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, combine the shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs.
  • Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, then coat it in the coconut-panko mixture, pressing gently so the coating adheres.
  • Pour about 2 inches of oil into a heavy-bottomed pot and heat to 350°F. Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature.
  • Working in batches, fry the shrimp for 2–3 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and crisp. Avoid overcrowding the pot, which can lower the oil temperature.
  • Transfer the cooked shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • For the dipping sauce, stir together the orange marmalade and chili sauce in a small bowl. Adjust the ratio to suit your taste, adding more marmalade for sweetness or more chili sauce for heat.
  • Serve immediately with the dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Pat the shrimp dry before breading to help the coating adhere better.
  • Keep the oil around 350°F for a crisp, golden coating without overcooking the shrimp.
  • Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot and lowering the oil temperature.
  • Adjust the orange marmalade and chili sauce to make the dipping sauce sweeter or spicier.
  • Substitute a gluten-free flour blend if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 517kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 225mgSodium: 1182mgPotassium: 398mgFiber: 4gSugar: 34gVitamin A: 442IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 149mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Coconut Shrimp
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