Coconut Beer Shrimp

Directions

1. 1

   SEASONING MIX------------------------------- 1 T Red pepper, ground 1 t Salt (optional) 1 1/2 t Sweet paprika 1 1/2 t Black pepper 1 1/4 t G

2. 2

   Stir the dipping sauce ingredients together in a second bowl

3. 3

   Have this ready at the table when the shrimp are done

4. 4

   Mix together about 2 t of the seasoning mix, about 1 1/4 cups of flour, the beer and the baking powder, and place this in a third bowl

5. 5

   Combine the remaining flour with another 2 t of the seasoning mix

6. 6

   Coat each shrimp with the remaining seasoning mix, then in the flour mixture, then in the batter, then in the coconut

7. 7

   Deep-fry the shrimp for about 1 minute and drain on paper towels

8. 8

   NOTES: * Shrimp in coconut beer batter with dipping sauce -- Adapted from Chef Paul Prudhomme's "Louisiana Kitchen." A nice appetizer, thoug