Description
This quick and easy coconut shrimp recipe combines crunchy coconut coating with a sweet and spicy orange marmalade drizzle, making it perfect for entertaining or a tasty snack.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail on)
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup orange marmalade
- 1-2 tablespoons sriracha
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
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Instructions
- 1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure crisp coating.
- 2. Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of panko breadcrumbs and shredded coconut combined with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- 3. Dredge each shrimp in the flour, shake off excess.
- 4. Dip the shrimp in the beaten egg, ensuring it is fully coated.
- 5. Coat with the coconut breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently.
- 6. Heat 1 inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 7. Fry the breaded shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 8. Drain the fried shrimp on paper towels and remove extra oil.
- 9. Whisk together orange marmalade and sriracha in a small bowl for the dipping sauce.
- 10. Arrange shrimp on a platter, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with cilantro. Serve immediately.