In Good Taste Recipe: Josie's Spicy Coconut Shrimp

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Spicy Coconut Shrimp

For some reason, coconut shrimp have always been a popular cocktail menu item. Maybe because they combine the perfect mixture of sweet and salty, plus crunchy, to make a culinary trifecta that is delicious. Add the shrimp element, and you an irresistible menu item. The good news is that they pair easily with a variety of wines- try a Viognier or brut Champagne. The better news is that they are actually easy to make.

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails intact- U 21-25

¾ cup flour

1 egg

1 teaspoon Siracha chili sauce

½ cup milk

Peanut or vegetable oil for frying

2 cups flaked coconut

Dipping sauce

1 tablespoon soy sauce

¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce

1/3 cup orange marmalade

2 teaspoons of water

Pat shrimp dry. Wisk together the flour, hot sauce, egg and milk. Allow to stand for a minute. Coat the shrimp well in the batter.

In a heavy skillet, heat the oil over medium heat to 375°F. On a plate, sprinkle the coconut evenly. Coat the shrimp in coconut then fry the shrimp: this works best if you do a few at a time. (The shrimp should be pink and crispy when they are done). Remove them from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them to drain on paper towels or a rack.

For the sauce, combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl. Add water as necessary for thinning.

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