Chinese Coconut Shrimp Delight (Print-Friendly Version)
Golden fried shrimp coated in a luscious coconut sauce, finished with fresh green onions.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Shrimp Preparation
01 -
450 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 egg white
03 -
120 g cornstarch
→ Coconut Sauce
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120 ml coconut cream
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120 ml sweetened condensed milk
06 -
60 ml mayonnaise
→ Other
07 -
Vegetable oil for frying
08 -
2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
# Detailed Directions:
01 -
Rinse shrimp and pat dry thoroughly. Whisk the egg white until frothy, then add shrimp and toss to coat evenly.
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Place cornstarch in a shallow dish and dredge each shrimp thoroughly. Shake off excess cornstarch to ensure even frying.
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Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Test by dropping a small amount of batter; if it sizzles, oil is ready. Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
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In a saucepan over low heat, combine coconut cream, sweetened condensed milk, and mayonnaise. Stir continuously until smooth and slightly thickened without boiling.
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Add fried shrimp to the warm coconut sauce and toss gently to coat. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately alongside jasmine rice or noodles.
# Helpful Advice:
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Ensure shrimp is fully dry before coating to maximize crispiness.
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Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by varying the amount of sweetened condensed milk.
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Serve immediately after tossing in sauce to maintain the shrimp’s crisp texture.