Coconut Fried Shrimp

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Coconut Fried Shrimp:

 

1 lb. Uncooked Fresh Jumbo Shrimp-(About 12) From Deli-Peeled & Deveined

1/4 Cup All-Purpose Flour

2 Egg Whites, Lightly Beaten

1-1/3 Cups Flaked Coconut

Oil For Deep-Fat Frying

1-(12-oz.) Jar Pineapple Preserves

1 T. Frozen Non-Alcoholic Pina Colada Mix, Thawed

Starting with the tail, make a slit down the inner curve of each shrimp; press lightly to flatten.

 

In three separate shallow bowls, place the flour, egg whites and coconut. Coat the shrimp with flour; dip into egg whites, then coat with the coconut.

 

In an Electric Skillet or Deep-Fat Fryer, heat oil to 375 degrees.

 

Fry shrimp, a few at a time, for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

 

In a small bowl, combine Pineapple Preserves and Pina Colada Mix.

 

Serve with shrimp.