Kona Coast Shrimp Recipe

Name: Kona Coast Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 small coconuts, cut in half, milk reserved; Clarified butter; 1 small clove garlic; 1 pound prawns; Salt, to taste; Pepper, to taste; 3/4 cup onion, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; Coconut fat, from surface of coconut milk, about 1-ounce; 3/4 cup cooled Coconut Stock, recipe follows; 1 1/2 teaspoons arrowroot dissolved in 2 tablespoons water; 4 ounces fresh coconut; 2 cups boiling water

Servings: persons

2 small coconuts, cut in half, milk reserved
Clarified butter
1 small clove garlic
1 pound prawns
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
3/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon soy sauce
Coconut fat, from surface of coconut milk, about 1-ounce
3/4 cup cooled Coconut Stock, recipe follows
1 1/2 teaspoons arrowroot dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
4 ounces fresh coconut
2 cups boiling water

1
With a melon baller, scrape thin slices of coconut from shells until only 1/4-inch rim remains.
2
Use flesh to make coconut stock as described in recipe below.
3
Trim ends of shells so they stand on end.
4
Preheat broiler.
5
Warm scraped coconut shells in oven.
6
Heat clarified butter in pan.
7
Add garlic, then shrimp.
8
Season with salt and pepper and cook for 3 minutes.
9
Add onion and cook 2 minutes more.
10
Pour off excess butter from pan and add soy sauce.
11
Stir in coconut fat.
12
When melted, add stock and bring to a boil.
13
Add dissolved arrowroot to pan to thicken sauce.
14
Remove from heat and fill warmed coconut shells.
15
Decorate shrimp with remaining coconut shavings and broil for 1 1/2 minutes.
16
Serve immediately.
17
Place coconut shavings in bowl and pour water on top.
18
Cover and set aside for 30 minutes.
19
Strain through cheesecloth and cool.
20
Skim coconut fat and reserve.

1124

kcal

Calories

121

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 small coconuts, cut in half, milk reserved, Clarified butter, 1 small clove garlic, 1 pound prawns, and more.

Yes, Kona Coast 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.

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Kona Coast Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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