Coconut Shrimp with the Best Dipping Sauce

Coconut Shrimp with the Best Dipping Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    30

Experience a delightful tropical escape with these perfectly crispy coconut shrimp. A generous coating of coconut flakes provides an irresistible crunch and a hint of sweetness, enhanced by a simple yet divine two-ingredient apricot sweet chili dipping sauce.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    25 g
  • Cholesterol
    133 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    15 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    408 mg
  • Sugar
    12 g
  • Fat
    20 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with Reynolds Parchment Paper. Set aside. (1 minute)

02

Step

Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse shrimp in cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside. (5 minutes)

03

Step

Set Up Breading Stations: In three shallow bowls, prepare the following: Bowl 1: Combine flour, garlic powder, and salt. Bowl 2: Lightly beat eggs. Bowl 3: Combine sweetened shredded coconut and panko bread crumbs. (5 minutes)

04

Step

Bread the Shrimp: Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, then dip in the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip off. Press into the coconut mixture, ensuring an even coating. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and repeat with remaining shrimp. (15 minutes)

05

Step

Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large nonstick pan over medium heat and add enough oil to generously cover the bottom. Add shrimp in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. (10-15 minutes)

06

Step

Make the Dipping Sauce: In a small bowl, stir together sweet chili sauce and apricot preserves until well combined. (2 minutes)

07

Step

Serve: Serve the crispy coconut shrimp immediately with the apricot sweet chili dipping sauce.

For extra crispy shrimp, consider chilling the breaded shrimp for 15-20 minutes before cooking.
Ensure the oil is hot before adding the shrimp to achieve the best golden-brown color and crispy texture.
If you prefer a less sweet dipping sauce, adjust the ratio of sweet chili sauce to apricot preserves to your liking.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 10 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Cedrick Franeyondricka

    This recipe is a game-changer! My family devoured the Coconut Shrimp in minutes.

  • Dagmar Nienow

    The key is to make sure you dry the shrimp really well before breading. Otherwise, the coating won't stick properly.

  • Nestor Conngoodwin

    I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The instructions are clear and easy to follow.

  • Liliane Purdy

    Great recipe! I will try this one.

  • Thalia Okeefe

    The apricot sweet chili sauce is surprisingly good. I was skeptical at first, but it's now my go-to dipping sauce for shrimp.

  • Franz Conn

    I added a bit of lime zest to the coconut mixture for extra zing, and it turned out fantastic!

  • Noemie Langosh

    Absolutely delicious! The shrimp were perfectly crispy, and the dipping sauce was the perfect complement.

  • Tierra Erdman

    This recipe needs more salt, but overall is ok.

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