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Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo

Crispy Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo

Delight in this crispy Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo, your new favorite appetizer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large, deveined shrimp
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Sweetened shredded coconut
  • Vegetable oil For frying
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • thermometer
  • slotted spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by patting the large, deveined shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and set aside.
  2. In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika, stirring well to distribute the seasonings.
  3. Prepare a three-part breading station with seasoned flour, beaten eggs, and shredded coconut.
  4. Dredge each shrimp in flour, dip in egg, and then press into shredded coconut to coat.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry the shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  7. Transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  8. Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and rice vinegar to make the dipping sauce.
  9. Serve the crispy Coconut Shrimp immediately with dipping sauce and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 4piecesCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Maintain oil temperature at 350°F to avoid greasy shrimp, and fry in batches for best results. Adjust sweetness with unsweetened coconut if desired.

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