coconut shrimp i

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2/3 cup
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups flaked coconut
• 24 shrimp
• 3 cups oil for frying

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• in medium bowl, combine egg, 1/2 cup flour, 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/ 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.