Simple Way to Make Super Quick Homemade Coconut Shrimp w/ Leek Slaw over Cajun Grits

Coconut Shrimp w/ Leek Slaw over Cajun Grits.

Coconut Shrimp w/ Leek Slaw over Cajun Grits

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To begin with this recipe, we have to prepare a few ingredients. You can have coconut shrimp w/ leek slaw over cajun grits using 37 ingredients and 16 steps. Here is how you can achieve that.

The ingredients needed to make Coconut Shrimp w/ Leek Slaw over Cajun Grits:

{Take of Sprout and Leek Slaw.
{Prepare 6 of thick-cut bacon slices, diced (about 6 oz.).
{Get 1 of large leek, thinly sliced (about 2 cups).
{Prepare 1 lb of fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and shredded (about 8 cups).
{Take 1/3 cup of olive oil.
{Take 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar.
{Get 2 tablespoons of honey.
{Get 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt.
{Prepare 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
{Make ready 1/2 cup of chopped toasted pecans.
{Get 2 tablespoons of thinly sliced fresh chives.
{Make ready of Shrimp.
{Take 3 lbs of 16/20* shrimp (*Denotes size of 16-20 shrimp per pound).
{Get 3 cups of all-purpose flour.
{Prepare 3 of eggs, beaten.
{Get 3 cups of panko bread crumbs.
{Make ready 1 cup of shredded coconut, unsweetened.
{Make ready 1/4 of pineapple, thinly sliced.
{Make ready of Vegetable oil, enough for deep frying.
{Take of Togarashi Vinaigrette.
{Get 1/2 cup of rice wine vinegar.
{Get 1 tbsp of smoked paprika.
{Prepare 1/4 cup of honey.
{Take 2 of thumbs ginger, peeled and minced.
{Make ready 2 cloves of garlic, minced.
{Take 3 of shallots, minced.
{Prepare 1 tsp of Dijon mustard.
{Prepare 2 tbsp of sesame oil.
{Take 1 1/2 cups of grapeseed oil.
{Prepare of Grits.
{Take 4 cups of chicken broth.
{Make ready 1 cup of yellow corn grits.
{Make ready 4 tbsp of butter, unsalted.
{Take 1 1/2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
{Get 1 tbsp of cajun seasoning.
{Prepare 1/2 tsp of garlic powder.
{Prepare to taste of salt and pepper,.

Instructions to make Coconut Shrimp w/ Leek Slaw over Cajun Grits:

For the grits:.
Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Slowly whisk in the grits, Cajun and garlic seasonings and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook the grits until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon, breaking up any clumps with the back of the spoon..
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter and then the cheese until completely melted. Season with salt and pepper..
For the Sprouts Leek Slaw:.
Cook bacon in a large, heavy skillet over medium until crisp, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the drippings in skillet; transfer 2 tablespoons of the drippings to a small bowl. Dice bacon, and set aside..
Add leeks to skillet, and cook, stirring often, 3 minutes. Combine leeks and Brussels sprouts in a large bowl..
Add olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to reserved 2 tablespoons of drippings, and whisk to combine. Add to Brussels sprouts and leeks; toss to coat. Stir in chopped pecans, chives, and diced bacon..
For the Vinaigrette:.
In large mixing bowl, add rice wine vinegar, smoked paprika, honey, and Dijon mustard..
Using a hand blender or whisk, slowly incorporate grapeseed and sesame oil..
Finish with ginger, shallots, garlic, salt, and pepper..
For the shrimp:.
In a mixing bowl, add panko bread crumbs and coconut. Mix together..
Place shrimp in flour. Then add eggs and the panko bread crumb/coconut mixture..
Fry shrimp in a 350° fryer for 2½ to 3 minutes until shrimp are cooked through. Shrimp should be golden brown in colour..
Plate with grits in the center, surround the grits with the leek slaw, place several slices of pineapple in center, top with shrimp and drizzle with vinaigrette. Serve and enjoy!.

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