Deep-Fried Coconut Shrimp Recipe

Name: Deep-Fried Coconut Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 eggs, beaten to blend; 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 3 cups dried breadcrumbs; 1 cup shredded coconut; 24 uncooked large shrimp, peeled,tails left on and deveined (about 1 1/2 lbs total); vegetable oil, for deep-frying; Pineapple Plum Sauce; 2 (8 ounce) cans crushed pineapple, drained; 1 (6 ounce) jar plum sauce

Servings: persons

3 eggs, beaten to blend
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups dried breadcrumbs
1 cup shredded coconut
24 uncooked large shrimp, peeled,tails left on and deveined (about 1 1/2 lbs total)
vegetable oil, for deep-frying
Pineapple Plum Sauce
2 (8 ounce) cans crushed pineapple, drained
1 (6 ounce) jar plum sauce

1
Combine eggs, cayenne and seasoning salt in shallow pan.
2
Place flour in another shallow pan.
3
Combine breadcrumbs and coconut in third pan.
4
Dredge shrimp in flour, shaking off excess.
5
Holding shrimp by tail, dip into eggs and then roll in breadcrumb mixture, coating thoroughly.
6
Heat oil in deep-fryer.
7
Add shrimp in batches (do not crowd) and fry until golden-brown, about 3 minutes.
8
Transfer to paper towels to drain.
9
Serve immediately with sauce.
10
For Pineapple Plum Sauce: Combine pineapple and plum sauce in small bowl.
11
Refrigerate until ready to use.

1103

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

166

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 eggs, beaten to blend, 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon seasoning salt, 1 cup all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Deep-Fried Coconut Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Deep-Fried Coconut Shrimp

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