Description
Crispy Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Dipping Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that combines the crunch of golden coconut with succulent shrimp, creating an irresistible appetizer or main course. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this recipe offers a delightful contrast of flavors and textures. Pair it with a sweet chili dipping sauce that adds a zesty kick to every bite. Impress your guests or treat yourself to this deliciously satisfying dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, mix flour, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat eggs. Place coconut flakes and panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Dip each shrimp into the flour mixture, then egg wash, and finally coat with the coconut and panko mixture.
- Arrange coated shrimp on the baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- While shrimp bake, mix sweet chili sauce with lime juice in a small bowl.
- Serve baked shrimp on plates drizzled with extra dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (approx. 80g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 150mg