They are a special dish in Honduras, thanks to the touch of coconut that makes them unique. Perfect to impress as an appetizer, but also ideal for any time of the day. This simple recipe is perfect for shrimp lovers.
Honduran coconut shrimp have their roots in the traditional cuisine of the region, where coconut is a star ingredient.
Ready to embark on a culinary adventure and make this exquisite recipe together?
Coconut Shrimp
Ingredients
1 kilogram of Shrimp
1 Medium white onion
2 Shrimp consomme cubes
4 Medium lemons
5 tablespoons of Olive oil
Oregano, cumin, thyme
2 Eggs
1 cup of Coconut
½ cup of Flour
2 Cubes
1 teaspoon of Baking powder
1 cup of Chopped fresh cilantro
1 Medium tomato
2 Garlic cloves
1 pinch of Salt
1 pinch of Pepper
Preparation
Step 1 : The shrimp are washed and cleaned, then placed in a container and seasoned with lemon juice, spices, cubes, salt, and pepper.
Step 2 : After mixing well to season, let marinate in the refrigerator for one hour.
Step 3 : In a bowl, add the flour and baking powder, and coat the shrimp with this mixture.
Step 4 : Then, in another container, beat the eggs and dip the shrimp in this mixture, then grate the coconut and cover the shrimp with the grated coconut, setting aside.
Step 5 : In a skillet, pour the olive oil and add the onion, tomato, and garlic cloves.
Step 6 : Fry the shrimp until they start to turn golden.
Step 7 : Remove from heat and let cool.
Step 8 : To serve, place the shrimp on a wide plate and sprinkle chopped cilantro on top.
Step 9 : They can be served with French fries or enjoyed on their own.
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