Coconut Shrimp with Pineapple Puree

Name: Coconut Shrimp with Pineapple Puree
Yield: serves 4
Ingredients: 1/4 cup unsweetened large coconut flakes; 3/4 cup whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs, such as Ian’s All-Natural; 1/4 cup whole-wheat flour; 3 egg whites; 1 teaspoon coconut extract; 8 ounces large shrimp, peeled and deveined; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; One 8-ounce can unsweetened crushed pineapple in juice; 1/2 teaspoon chili garlic sauce, such as Twong Ot Toi Vietnam

December 9, 2011

At almost 1,200 calories and 33 grams of fat (for an appetizer!), the original version of this favorite starter is incredibly naughty—and, admittedly, incredibly tasty. With apologies to Monty Python, these coconut shrimp have lost their naughty bits but are none the worse for having done so.

Recipe notes

White Bean Turkey Chili

A dash of cocoa powder adds depth and richness to the broth of this easy turkey chili.

Butternut Squash–Kale Salad With Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette

Round out these autumn greens with tart pomegranate seeds, crunchy pepitas, and a shower of Parmesan.

Béchamel Sauce

This classic 15-minute sauce is your secret weapon for homemade mac and cheese, chowder, lasagna, and more.

Rosemary and Dried Cherry Pork Chops

Rehydrating dried cherries in hot water turns them plump and juicy—exactly what you want scattered throughout a rosemary-scented pan sauce for pork chops.

Dulce de Leche

Make this versatile caramel at home with our slow-simmered method using milk and sugar—or take one of two sweetened condensed milk shortcuts.

Our Favorite French Onion Soup

Caramelized onions, melty Gruyère, and a deeply savory broth deliver the kind of comfort that doesn’t need improving.

Frijoles Peruanos (Peruvian Refried Beans)

Mayocobas, or canary beans, are the quick-cooking pantry ingredient you should know about.

Gochujang Turkey Sweet Potatoes

Fully loaded, meal-prep friendly, and ready to be dressed up, down, or sideways.