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Buffet Style Creamy Coconut Shrimp

Buffet Style Creamy Coconut Shrimp That's Simply Irresistible

Indulge in Buffet Style Creamy Coconut Shrimp—a delightful, quick meal that transforms the flavors of your favorite Chinese buffet into your home kitchen.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Medium or large shrimp, peeled and deveined
For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Arrowroot Starch Cornstarch can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1 cup Cold Water
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Coconut Cream Use thick part from canned coconut milk.
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk Substitute with non-dairy milk for dairy-free.
  • 1/2 cup Avocado Oil Mayonnaise Regular or vegan can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Consider honey or maple syrup as alternatives.
For Frying
  • 2 cups Avocado Oil Coconut oil is another option.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions, chopped

Equipment

  • Deep pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Slotted spoon
  • Measuring Cups
  • thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the peeled and deveined shrimp under cold water, then pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, arrowroot starch, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together one egg and cold water. Gently fold this into the dry mixture.
  4. Pour avocado oil into a deep pan and heat it to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Dip each shrimp into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
  6. Carefully place the coated shrimp in the heated oil, frying for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  7. In a small saucepan, whisk together the coconut cream, whole milk, avocado oil mayonnaise, and sugar over low heat.
  8. Drizzle the creamy coconut sauce over the fried shrimp and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For longer-lasting storage, freeze the fried shrimp for up to 3 months.

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