Coconut Fried Shrimp Recipe

Ingredients

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups cornstarch6-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning1-1/2 cups cold water1/2 teaspoon canola oil2-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveinedAdditional oil for deep-fat frying1/2 cup orange marmalade2 tablespoons honey

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Stir in water and oil until smooth. Place coconut in another bowl. Dip shrimp into batter, then coat with coconut.

In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry shrimp, a few at a time, for 3 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

In a small saucepan, heat marmalade and honey; stir until blended. Serve with shrimp.