Description
Crispy Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Sauce is the perfect tropical appetizer that combines tender shrimp and a crunchy coconut coating. Each bite brings a burst of flavor, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or cozy dinners at home. Paired with sweet chili sauce, this dish offers a delightful balance of sweetness and heat. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a casual meal, these shrimp will transport you to sunlit beaches with every crispy morsel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Set up three bowls: one for the flour mixed with salt and pepper, one for the beaten eggs, and one for the coconut flakes.
- Dip each shrimp in the flour mixture, then coat in the egg wash, followed by rolling it in coconut flakes until fully covered.
- Heat about 1 inch of oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Carefully fry the coated shrimp in batches for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove from oil using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to keep them crispy.
- Serve hot with sweet chili sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp (100g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 140mg