INGREDIENTS

For the Sauce:

  • ½ C (110 g) mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp (10 ml) tomato paste
  • 2 tsp (10 ml) fresh squeezed lime juice
  • 2 tsp (10 ml) honey
  • ½ tsp (2.5 g) jerk seasoning
  • ¼ tsp (2.5 g) salt

For the Shrimp:

  • Canola oil for frying
  • 1½ C (110 g) unsweetened shredded coconut
  • ⅓ C (33 g) flour
  • ⅓ C (80 ml) ginger ale
  • 1½ tsp (6 g) baking soda
  • ½ tsp (2.5 g) salt
  • ¼-½ tsp (2 g) cayenne pepper (to taste)
  • 1 lg egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 lb (454 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined

8
Servings

10 mins
Prep Time

10 mins
Cook Time

20 mins
Total Time

GUIDE / INSTRUCTIONS

For the Sauce:

  • Combine all sauce ingredients in a small bowl and let stand at least 15 minutes to blend flavors before serving.

For the Shrimp:

  • In a deep saucepan, heat oil to 350°F (177°C) over medium high. Line a baking sheet with foil. Place coconut in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, combine flour, ginger ale, baking soda, salt, cayenne and egg, stirring until smooth. Dip shrimp in this, then press into coconut; place on baking sheet. Working in batches, place shrimp in hot oil; cook until golden brown, 3-5 minutes; remove; drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with dipping sauce.

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