Coconut fried Shrimp

By GmaJan12

Ingredients

• 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1-1/4 cups cornstarch
• 6-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1-1/2 cups cold water
• 1/2 teaspoon canola oil
• 2-1/2 cups flaked coconut
• 1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• Additional oil for deep-fat frying
• 1 cup orange marmalade
• 1/4 cup honey

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Stir in water and oil until smooth. Place coconut in another bowl. Dip shrimp into batter, then coat with coconut.

In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry shrimp, a few at a time, for 3 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

In a small saucepan, heat marmalade and honey; stir until blended. Serve with shrimp.

Yield: 4 servings.