2 lbs. Jumbo Shrimp (21-25 count)
8 Mission® 6" Heat Pressed Flour Tortillas (10400)
1 tsp. Thyme , dried
6 oz. Coconut , fresh, shredded
1 tsp. Salt
3 Eggs
4 oz. Oil
1 batch Apricot Habanero Sauce (see Related Recipe)
1.) De-vein, clean and butterfly shrimp. Set aside in ice.
2.) In a food processor, blend the Mission® flour tortillas and add in thyme, coconut and salt. Process until well blended and until mixture resembles bread crumbs.
3.) Whisk egg in a small bowl and dip each shrimp in egg. Then, roll each shrimp in tortilla mixture until covered. Fry in a deep fat fryer until crisp and golden. Drain on a lined surface to absorb excess oil. Serve with Apricot Habanero Sauce.