Caribbean Coconut Shrimp

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serves/makes:

ready in:
under 30 minutes

ingredients

Batter
3/4 cup flour
1 egg
1/2 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 cup beer

Coating
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 cup dried unsweetened coconut flakes
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1/2 tablespoon black pepper
1/2 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1/2 tablespoon paprika
1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
1/2 tablespoon dried thyme

Shrimp
oil
1 pound large or jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined

directions

Combine the flour, egg, baking powder, and beer in a shallow bowl for the batter. Whisk well then let rest for 10 minutes.

Prepare the coating by combining the flour, coconut, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, cayenne, paprika, oregano, and thyme in a shallow plate. Stir well.

Heat oil in a deep fryer to 365 degrees F as directed by machine manufacturer.

Dip each shrimp into the batter, then roll in the coating mixture. Place in the hot oil and cook until golden brown (turning if needed), about 3 minutes. Remove to paper toweling to drain. Repeat with remaining shrimp.

Serve hot with any desired dipping sauce.