Coconut Shrimp w/ Leek Slaw over Cajun Grits - It was delicious !!!!! Easy to make and a crowd pleaser !!!. Today I am sharing this Coconut Shrimp w/ Leek Slaw over Cajun Grits! A quick and easy dinner that is ready in under 35 minutes!
You can cook Coconut Shrimp w/ Leek Slaw over Cajun Grits with 37 Ingredients and 16 steps. See the following guide!
Ingredients for Coconut Shrimp w/ Leek Slaw over Cajun Grits:
- Sprout and Leek Slaw.
- 6 thick-cut bacon slices, diced (about 6 oz.).
- 1 large leek, thinly sliced (about 2 cups).
- 1 lb fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and shredded (about 8 cups).
- 1/3 cup olive oil.
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar.
- 2 tablespoons honey.
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt.
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans.
- 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh chives.
- Shrimp.
- 3 lbs 16/20* shrimp (*Denotes size of 16-20 shrimp per pound).
- 3 cups all-purpose flour.
- 3 eggs, beaten.
- 3 cups panko bread crumbs.
- 1 cup shredded coconut, unsweetened.
- 1/4 pineapple, thinly sliced.
- Vegetable oil, enough for deep frying.
- Togarashi Vinaigrette.
- 1/2 cup rice wine vinegar.
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika.
- 1/4 cup honey.
- 2 thumbs ginger, peeled and minced.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced.
- 3 shallots, minced.
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard.
- 2 tbsp sesame oil.
- 1 1/2 cups grapeseed oil.
- Grits.
- 4 cups chicken broth.
- 1 cup yellow corn grits.
- 4 tbsp butter, unsalted.
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
- 1 tbsp cajun seasoning.
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
- to taste salt and pepper,.
Step by step how to cook 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!.