How Do You Deep Fry Coconut Shrimp?
Coconut shrimp invokes the images of white sand beaches, crystal blue water and beautiful resorts. A dish which originated in the tropics, coconut shrimp combines the sweetness of coconut and the savory and, many times, spicy flavor of fried shrimp. To deep fry coconut shrimp, follow these steps. Collect the ingredients. Peeled and de-vein; leave tails attached. The breading station will include beaten eggs, coconut and breading material. Use breadcrumbs or pre-packaged breading mix. Add an optional flour station for a denser crust. Add seasonings to the breading or the eggs. As an option, add cayenne, paprika or red pepper to the dry ingredients; add hot sauce or coconut milk to the beaten eggs. Heat the oil in the deep fryer to 350 to 375 degrees F. The actual temperature depends on the size of the shrimp and the number of shrimp cooked at the same time; the oil temperature should be hotter if more shrimp are cooked at the same time. Do not exceed 375 degrees F. Bread the shrimp. If
