Parrot Bay Coconut Shrimp Red Lobster Copycat
If you're a fan of Red Lobster's coconut shrimp, you're in luck! With this copycat recipe, you can recreate the delicious dish in the comfort of your own home. The key is to use Parrot Bay coconut rum, which gives the shrimp a sweet and tropical flavor that pairs perfectly with the crispy coating.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. onion powder
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1 cup cold Parrot Bay coconut rum
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
2. In a separate bowl, pour the Parrot Bay coconut rum over the shrimp and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
3. In a third bowl, mix together the shredded coconut and panko bread crumbs.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Coat each shrimp in the flour mixture, then dip it in the coconut rum marinade, and finally coat it in the coconut and panko mixture.
6. Fry the shrimp in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
7. Serve with a side of sweet chili sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips:
- Make sure the shrimp are completely dry before coating them in the flour mixture, as excess moisture can cause the coating to fall off during frying.
- Use a neutral-flavored vegetable oil with a high smoke point, such as canola or peanut oil, for frying.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet when frying the shrimp, as this can cause the oil temperature to drop and result in soggy shrimp.
- For an extra crispy coating, you can double coat the shrimp by dipping them in the flour mixture, then the coconut rum marinade, and finally the coconut and panko mixture.
With this delicious coconut shrimp recipe, you can enjoy the flavors of Red Lobster's famous dish without leaving your home. Serve it as a snack, appetizer, or main course, and enjoy the sweet and savory flavors of Parrot Bay coconut rum.