Coconut Shrimp

Prepared by: Karen & Joe Dinner Date:  Member/Friend Favorites

Ingredients:
bulletCanola or Safflower oil for frying
bullet1/2 Cup Plain Bread Crumbs
bullet2 Pinches Ground Cayenne Pepper
bullet1 1/2 Tsp Chinese 5 Spice Powder
bullet1 Lime for zest
bullet1/2 Tsp Salt
bullet1 Cup, Shredded, Unsweetened Cocunut
bullet2 Egg Whites
bullet1 Lb Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined

Prepares 6 servings

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 5 minutes

 

Directions:
bulletHeat 2 inches of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.   
bulletSeason bread crumbs with cayenne pepper & 5-spice powder.
bulletGrate the zest of the lime into the bread crumbs.
bulletToss coconut with seasoned bread crumbs to combine.
bulletLightly beat the egg whites.
bullet Dip shrimp into the egg whites; coat with coconut breading.
bulletFry shrimp 5 minutes in hot oil until evenly golden and crispy.
bulletSalt lightly.
bulletServe with your favorite tropical sauce.
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  Reference:  From the Kitchen of Karen & Joe

 

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