Description
Crispy Coconut Shrimp with Spicy Orange Marmalade is a mouthwatering appetizer that combines the sweet, nutty essence of coconut with the zesty, tangy punch of orange marmalade.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup orange marmalade
- 1–2 tablespoon sriracha
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
- Set up your breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of panko breadcrumbs and shredded coconut combined with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge each shrimp in the flour, dip it in the beaten egg, and then coat it with the coconut-breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat about 1 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry the breaded shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain the fried shrimp on paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the orange marmalade and sriracha to create the dipping sauce.
- Arrange the shrimp on a platter, drizzle with the spicy orange marmalade sauce, and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Consider pairing with a refreshing tropical cocktail or a crisp white wine. You can also experiment with alternative coatings or proteins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg