Joe Cilinceon wrote:

> "Dave Smith" > wrote in message
> ...
> >
> > It does seem a waste to bread good jumbo shrimp. It certainly not my
> > favourite
> > way to do shrimp. However, I am tempted to try my hand at coconut shrimp.
> >
>
> It isn't the only way I eat them but is one of my favorite ways. Out of the
> 3 lbs I had of these this was the last pound as the other two pounds where
> grilled.
>
> Here is the basic recipe if you are interested:
>
> Coconut Shrimp
>
> Peanut or vegetable oil, for frying
> 1/4 cup cornstarch
> *1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs ( I use the honey flavored) - optional mixed
> with coconut flakes
> 1 large egg beaten
> Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
> 1 cup flaked coconut - ( if mixed with panko use a 1/2 cup)
> 1 pounds jumbo shrimp, peeled with tails on
>
> Heat oil in a large deep skillet, or heavy pot or deep fryer to 350 degrees
> F.
>
> Dredge the shrimp with the cornstarch then the egg mixture and shake off any
> excess. Press the shrimp into the coconut flakes (or coconut mixed with
> panko) be sure to coat both sides.
>
> Deep-fry the shrimp in batches until the coconut is golden brown, about 2 to
> 3 minutes. Using tongs or a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp to paper towels
> to drain.
>
> Orange Dipping Sauce
> 1/2 cup orange marmalade
> 1 to 2 tablespoons dark rum
> 1 lime, juiced
>
> Mix all ingredients in a bowl and use for dipping.

Thanks. I will print that up and try it. But I may try the sauce that a local
restaurant used to do with marmalade, balsamic vinegar and a bit of mustard
powder. I go the ingredients from him when I pointed out there was something
different in the sauce, maybe mustard.. I tired it once and it was pretty good.