Alright, let’s talk about what grub goes good with them coconut shrimps, you know, the kind they fry up all golden and crispy. I ain’t no fancy chef or nothin’, but I know what tastes good, and I’ve been eatin’ shrimps and fixin’s my whole life. So listen up, and I’ll tell ya what’s what.
First off, you gotta have somethin’ to soak up all that good coconut flavor. Rice is always a good bet, plain and simple. Just cook it up nice and fluffy. Or if you wanna get a little fancy, try that couscous stuff. I had it once at a church potluck, and it was pretty tasty, all light and fluffy-like. Not somethin’ I make every day, mind you, but it goes good with the shrimp.
- Rice is good, cooks up easy
- Couscous if you wanna be fancy
Now, you gotta have somethin’ green on your plate, or it ain’t a real meal. Steamed broccoli or green beans are the way to go. Don’t overcook ’em, though. They should be a little bit crunchy, not all mushy. Just boil ’em ’til they’re bright green and tender-crisp, like my grandpappy used to say.
And then there’s the fried stuff. You can’t have fried shrimp without somethin’ else fried, can ya? Hush puppies are perfect for soppin’ up any extra sauce, and they’re just plain good eatin’. Or, if you’re feelin’ lazy, just grab a loaf of that garlic bread from the store. Warm it up in the oven, and you’re good to go. Nothin’ beats that garlicky smell, let me tell ya.
French fries, now there’s a side that goes with just about anything, and shrimps is no exception. Get ’em crispy and salty, and they’re just perfect for dunkin’ in whatever sauce you got. Kids love ’em, grown-ups love ’em, everybody loves fries. You can’t go wrong with a big ol’ pile of fries next to your coconut shrimp.
Sometimes, I like to make a salad to go with the shrimp. Not one of them fancy salads with all kinds of weird stuff in it, just a simple green salad. Lettuce, tomatoes, maybe some cucumbers, and a little bit of dressing. It’s light and refreshing, and it helps cut through the richness of the shrimp. Or if you have some cabbage you can make some coleslaw, that’s always tasty, especially in the summertime when it’s hot out.
Potato salad is another good option. I make mine with potatoes, eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, and a little bit of onion. It’s creamy and tangy, and it’s a real crowd-pleaser. Just make sure you make enough, ’cause it goes fast. Everyone always wants seconds, specially the youngins.
And don’t forget the sauces! When I make shrimps, I always put out some lemon wedges. A little squeeze of lemon juice brightens up the flavor of the shrimp real nice. And of course, you gotta have some cocktail sauce. That tangy, spicy sauce is just made for shrimp. Or if you’re feeling fancy, you can melt some butter and dip the shrimp in that. But to be honest, I like to just squirt a little bit of lemon and done.
If you wanna go all out, you can make a whole seafood feast. Coconut shrimp with some fried fish. Or how about some clam chowder, lobster if you rich, or even some stone crabs if you live down by the water. That’s a meal fit for a king, I tell ya. But even if it’s just the shrimp and a few sides, you’re in for a treat.
So there ya have it, a whole bunch of ideas for what to serve with coconut shrimp. It ain’t rocket science, just good, down-home cookin’. Pick and choose what you like, and don’t be afraid to experiment. That’s how you learn to cook, by tryin’ new things. And the most important thing is to enjoy your meal. So go on, get in that kitchen and start cookin’! You make it with love, it will taste good, I always say.
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