Coconut Fried Shrimp

By Jerryann

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 C flour
• 1 1/4 C cornstarch
• 6 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 1/2 C cold water
• 1/2 tsp oil
• 1 lbs uncooked large shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 1/2 C flaked coconut
• Additional oil for frying
• 1 C orange marmalade
• 1/4 C honey

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

In a bowl conbine the first five ingredients. Stir in water and oil until smooth. Dip shrimp into batter then coat with coconut. In a electric skillet or deep fat fryer heat oil to 375 degrees. Fry shrimp a few at a time for 3 mins or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. In a saucepan heat marmalade and honey stir until blended. Serve as a dipping sauce.