Loading...Coconut shrimp – a seaside classic – gets a Californian twist with a unique California Avocado Hot Sauce that combines cool, creamy avocados with spicy jalapeños for a tasty kick.
Coconut Shrimp with California Avocado Hot Sauce
Total Time:
35min
Cook Time:
15min
Prep Time:
20min
Ingredients
Serves: 4| 1 | lb. | shrimp, medium-sized, peeled and deveined |
| 1 | tsp. | paprika |
| 1 | tsp. | garlic powder |
| 1/8 | tsp. | salt, or to taste |
| 1/8 | tsp. | pepper, or to taste |
| 1/8 | tsp. | black pepper, or to taste |
| 1 | Tbsp. | extra virgin olive oil |
| 1 | cup | coconut flakes |
| 1 | cup | panko bread crumbs |
| 3 | eggs | |
| 1 | cup | vegetable oil |
| California Avocado Hot Sauce, (see make-ahead recipe below) | ||
| California Avocado Hot Sauce Ingredients: | ||
| 2 | jalapeno peppers, stemmed, seeded and sliced in half lengthwise | |
| 1 1/2 | ripe, Fresh California Avocado, peeled, seeded and chopped | |
| 1 | cloves garlic | |
| 1/2 | bunch | cilantro, chopped |
| 1/2 | lime, juiced | |
| 1/4 | cup | white vinegar |
| 2 | tsp. | olive oil |
| 1 | tsp. | water |
| 1/8 | tsp. | salt, or to taste |
| 1/8 | tsp. | pepper, or to taste |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
Instructions
- Dry shrimp with a paper towel and mix with paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and set aside.
- Mix coconut flakes and panko bread crumbs in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat eggs and set aside.
- Add vegetable oil to a deep skillet and place on high heat for about 10 minutes.
- Dip shrimp in beaten eggs then the panko/coconut flakes and add to the hot skilled for 3-5 minutes or until the coating is crispy.
- Serve on a shareable plate with California Avocado Hot Sauce.
California Avocado Hot Sauce Instructions:
- In a dry skillet on medium-high heat, add jalapeños to slightly blister.
- Once blistered, place in a blender or food processor with remaining hot sauce ingredients. Blend until smooth and vibrant green.
- Place in a small ramekins for dipping.
Serving Suggestion: For a spicier hot sauce, leave seeds in the jalapeños. Serve a plate of Coconut Shrimp with California Avocado Hot Sauce along with a side of fries for a hearty, shareable meal.
Beverage Pairing: A light lager or pilsner would make a crisp pairing with the fresh fried shrimp.
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
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