Description
A delightful seafood dish featuring crispy fried shrimp coated in a rich and luscious coconut cream sauce, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ cup flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup + 2 tbsp water
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
- ½ cup coconut cream
- ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Start out by making the sauce. Add all the ingredients to a sauce pan over medium-low heat and whisk. Bring to a simmer and cook for a few more minutes until thickened. Take off the heat and set aside.
- To a large bowl, add the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper. Whisk to combine. Pour the water gradually while whisking until you have a smooth batter. Add more water 1 tbsp at a time if batter is still thick.
- Add vegetable oil to a frying pan over medium-high heat. Working in small batches, dip a few pieces in the batter then transfer to the hot oil. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Repeat with the remaining pieces.
- Reheat the coconut sauce in a saucepan. Combine it with the fried shrimp and toss. Serve immediately.
Notes
Experiment with seasoning by adding spices like paprika or cayenne, or adjust the sweetness of the coconut sauce to taste.
