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Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo

Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo

Crispy Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo is a crowd-pleasing dish that brings tropical flavors to your table.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Pat dry for best coating adherence
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides crunch and structure
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust to taste
  • 2 large Eggs Binding agent for coconut
  • 1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut Star ingredient, unsweetened works too
Dipping Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Creamy base for the dip
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Adjust based on spice preference
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for brightness
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Tangy kick, apple cider vinegar as substitute

Equipment

  • Deep skillet
  • Bowls
  • Whisk
  • thermometer
  • slotted spoon

Method
 

Shrimp Preparation
  1. Pat the shrimp dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture for better coating adherence.
  2. Season the shrimp in a bowl with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Coating Setup
  1. Combine all-purpose flour, salt, and seasonings in a shallow dish.
  2. Beat the eggs in another bowl.
  3. Place shredded coconut in a third dish.
Coat Shrimp
  1. Dredge each shrimp in flour, dip in eggs, and press into shredded coconut. Repeat for all shrimp.
Fry Shrimp
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Drain Shrimp
  1. Remove shrimp from oil with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Prepare Dipping Sauce
  1. Combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and rice vinegar in a bowl; whisk until smooth.
Serve
  1. Serve Coconut Shrimp immediately with Sweet Chili Mayo on the side, garnished with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp are patted dry before coating to enhance adherence. Fry in batches to maintain oil temperature for best results.

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