Description
Coconut Shrimp from the tropics brings a delightful crunch to your dinner table, delivering a perfect balance of golden-crisp coating and succulent seafood that dances with zesty sweet chili sauce. Grab some jumbo shrimp and coconut flakes for an easy coastal-inspired feast that sparks instant dinner excitement.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
Coating Ingredients:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Dipping Sauce:
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
Instructions
- Arrange three shallow dishes: combine ½ cup flour with 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper in the first bowl, whisk 2 large eggs in the second bowl, and pour 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes in the third bowl.
- Dredge each peeled and deveined shrimp through the seasoned flour, ensuring a light, even coating that helps the egg adhere smoothly.
- Submerge the floured shrimp into beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off before transferring to the coconut flakes.
- Roll the egg-coated shrimp through coconut flakes, pressing gently to create a complete, crisp exterior that will seal in moisture.
- Heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C) in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet, filling approximately 1 inch deep for optimal frying conditions.
- Gently lower 4-5 shrimp into the hot oil, maintaining a consistent temperature to prevent burning and ensure golden, crisp results.
- Fry each batch for 2-3 minutes, turning once midway to achieve an even, deep golden-brown color across the entire surface.
- Transfer fried shrimp to a wire rack lined with paper towels, allowing excess oil to drain and maintaining maximum crispiness.
- Serve immediately alongside 1 cup sweet chili sauce, presenting the shrimp while they remain hot and crunchy.
Notes
- Use unsweetened coconut flakes for a more authentic crispy coating that won’t burn quickly.
- Pat shrimp completely dry before coating to help breading stick better and create extra crunch.
- Choose large or jumbo shrimp for the best texture and easier handling during coating and frying.
- For a healthier version, try baking the coated shrimp at 425°F for 10-12 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Shrimp
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg