QUICK COCONUT SHRIMP

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These coconut-fried shrimp are downright addicting. If you ask me, the bigger the shrimp, the better. That way you can pick up even more of that sweet pina colada sauce. -Debbi Barate, Seward, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound uncooked jumbo shrimp (about 12), peeled and deveined
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
1-1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
Oil for deep-fat frying
1 jar (12 ounces) pineapple preserves
1 tablespoon frozen nonalcoholic pina colada mix, thawed

Steps:

  • Starting with the tail, make a slit down the inner curve of each shrimp; press lightly to flatten. In three separate shallow bowls, place the flour, egg whites and coconut. Coat the shrimp with flour; dip into egg whites, then coat with the coconut., In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry shrimp, a few at a time, for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels., In a small bowl, combine preserves and pina colada mix. Serve with shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Rose Martinez
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I love this recipe! The shrimp are always crispy and flavorful, and the coconut coating is so addictive.


Yellow Animations
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This was my first time making coconut shrimp, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the shrimp were delicious.


Sakith Nethkalana
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I've tried several coconut shrimp recipes, and this one is by far the best. The shrimp are always crispy and juicy, and the coconut coating is so flavorful.


Salman awasali
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This recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the coconut coating was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Thulani Zach
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The shrimp are crispy and juicy, and the coconut coating is so flavorful.


Nutzo locc
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The shrimp are crispy and flavorful, and the coconut coating adds a nice touch of sweetness.


condore76
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I made this for a party last weekend, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the shrimp, and they were all asking for the recipe.


Demetre Gujabidze
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I love this recipe! The shrimp are always crispy and flavorful, and the coconut coating is so addictive.


Vernon John cloete
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This was my first time making coconut shrimp, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the shrimp were delicious.


Md Jofial
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I've tried several coconut shrimp recipes, and this one is by far the best. The shrimp are always crispy and juicy, and the coconut coating is so flavorful.


mohammed imran
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This recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the coconut coating was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


D sham
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So easy to make and so delicious! I used panko breadcrumbs instead of flour, and it turned out great.


God Day
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I made this for my family last night, and they loved it! The shrimp were crispy and juicy, and the coconut coating was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Marouane Bahi
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The shrimp are crispy and flavorful, and the coconut adds a nice touch of sweetness.


Francy Lynch
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This coconut shrimp was a hit! The coating was crispy and flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I served it with a sweet and sour sauce, and it was delicious.