RUBY TUESDAY COCONUT SHRIMP WITH SWEET AND HOT GINGER DIPPING SAUCE
Menu Description - "Crispy coconut shrimp with sweet and hot ginger dipping sauce. Served with broccoli and brown rice pilaf topped with cheese and tomatoes."
FRIED COCONUT SHRIMP: 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut 1 cup bread crumbs dash of salt dash of freshly ground pepper 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 large eggs, beaten 36 large shrimp, peeled and de-veined vegetable oil, for frying
In large bowl, mix coconut, bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Place flour, eggs, and bread crumb mixture into 3 separate bowls. Dredge the shrimp in flour and shake off excess. Next,dip the shrimp thoroughly in the egg and rub against the side of the bowl to lightly remove excess. Finally, coat the shrimp thoroughly with the bread crumb mixture. Lay out the shrimp on a plate until ready to fry. Heat one inch of oil to 350 degrees F. Fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 to 4 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
SWEET AND HOT GINGER DIPPING SAUCE: 1 cup orange marmalade 2 tablespoons orange juice 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon dry mustard 2 teaspoons horseradish 1 small piece ginger, pressed
Press the ginger in a garlic press. Combine marmalade, orange and lemon juices in a food processor. Mix in remaining ingredients. Chill. May be stored in refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Servings: 4 Source: Copycat Restaurant Recipe |