Coconut Unfried Shrimp with Moonraker Brewing Company’s Citra Crush
Jul 25, 2017 01:55PM ● By StyleCOCONUT UNFRIED SHRIMP
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(Oxmoor House, 2017, $25)
- 1/4 cup orange marmalade
- 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp. whole-grain mustard
- 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 2 large egg whites
- 2 tbsp. water
- 3/4 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
- 1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
- 2 tbsp. canola oil
- 1 1/2 lbs. large raw shrimp (about 24), peeled and deveined
1 Preheat the oven to 375°F. Combine the first 3 ingredients and 1/4 teaspoon of the cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Set aside until ready to serve.
2 Combine remaining 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, flour and salt in a large zip-top plastic bag. Whisk together the egg whites and 2 tablespoons water in a shallow dish. Combine the panko, coconut and oil in a separate shallow dish.
3 Place the shrimp in bag with flour mixture, and shake to coat well. Dip the shrimp in egg white mixture, and roll in coconut mixture.
4 Place a wire rack inside a large baking pan. Coat baking rack with cooking spray. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on rack, and bake at 375°F for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Serve with reserved sauce. Serves 4.
MOONRAKER BREWING COMPANY’S CITRA CRUSH
ABV: 6% IBU: 45
New England-style pale ales and IPAs are taking over the West Coast, thanks to their drinkability, balanced blend of ingredients and refreshing, juicy flavor. Auburn’s beloved Moonraker Brewing Company just won a bronze medal in the “New England IPA/Vermont IPA (Hazy IPA)” category at the California State Fair for their Citra Crush. Made solely with Citra hops, which—if you couldn’t guess from the name—provide the palate with an awesome punch of citrus, including orange and grapefruit, it’s perfect for summertime and helps bring out the shrimp’s mild sweetness in this month’s recipe. Thanks to a low-alcohol content (for a pale ale and IPA) and mild bitterness, it’s indeed crushable.
—Eden Tuscano, 36 Handles Restaurant & Pub
WINE STEALS // SIP ON THIS
Named in honor of a famous Triple Crown winner, Dark Horse wines—crafted by new-age, unconventional winemaker Beth Liston—are meticulously made to outperform their price tag. For more info, visit darkhorsewine.com.
Dark Horse Rosé
ABV: 13.5%
OVERALL RATING: 4
Tasting Notes: Bright, crisp, dry and refreshing; notes of citrus, tart apple and melon; would pair perfectly with sunshine and light, summery dishes
Price: $9.49
Purchase: Total Wine and More
Dark Horse Big Red Blend
ABV: 13%
OVERALL RATING: 4
Tasting Notes: Smooth, juicy and full-bodied; flavors of berry, dark chocolate and fig; slightly sweet and easy to drink; would be a good wine to bring to parties
Price: $10.99
Purchase: Sprouts Farmers Market
Overall Rating is the average score (out of 5) compiled by Style staff tasters. Ratings should be taken with a grain of salt, as we are by no means “experts”—just hard-working employees who enjoy imbibing.