Description
Crispy coconut shrimp served with a creamy sweet chili mayo dipping sauce, perfect for snacking or as an appetizer. This recipe offers a taste of the tropics with a delightful crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Large Shrimp, Fresh or frozen, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup Shredded Sweetened Coconut
- 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 2 large Eggs, Beaten
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 cups Vegetable Oil, For frying
- 1/2 cup Sweet Chili Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lime Juice, Optional
Instructions
- Rinse your large shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In three separate bowls, set up your breading station: first with flour mixed with salt and black pepper, second with beaten eggs, and third with a blend of shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, dip it into the beaten eggs, and then coat generously with the coconut-panko mix, pressing gently to help it adhere well.
- In a skillet, pour enough vegetable oil to cover about 1/4 inch deep. Heat it over medium heat until it shimmers (around 350°F).
- Add shrimp in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they turn a beautiful golden brown and are crispy.
- Once cooked, transfer the shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil, maintaining that delightful crunch.
- In a small bowl, combine sweet chili sauce with lime juice if desired, mixing until well blended.
- Arrange your crispy coconut shrimp beautifully on a platter and serve with the zesty dipping sauce on the side for a delightful experience.
Notes
- Garnish with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
- For a healthier take, bake the coated shrimp at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- You can prepare the sweet chili mayo up to 3 days ahead and refrigerate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Deep-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Coconut Shrimp, Sweet Chili, Coconut Shrimp Sweet Chili, Sweet Chili Coconut Shrimp, Crispy Coconut Shrimp, Sweet Chili Mayo