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Plate of golden-fried coconut shrimp with dipping sauce

Proven way to grow 5 Coconut Shrimp

This recipe guides you through making delicious coconut shrimp, perfectly crispy and golden. It’s a straightforward method to prepare this popular appetizer in your own kitchen.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 5 shrimp
Calories: 375
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 20 Shrimp large, peeled and deveined, tail on (about 1 pound)
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 Eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup Sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • 3-4 cups Vegetable oil for frying
Dipping Sauce (Optional)
  • 1/2 cup Sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp Lime juice
  • 1 tbsp Fresh cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Shallow dishes/bowls
  • Large skillet or deep fryer
  • Tongs
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Prep
  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels; then, prepare your breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and a mix of panko and shredded coconut in separate shallow dishes.
  2. Season the flour with salt and pepper, then dredge each shrimp first in flour, then egg, and finally firmly press into the coconut-panko mixture to coat evenly.
Cook
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C) and carefully add shrimp, without overcrowding the pan.
  2. Fry the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then remove and drain on paper towels.
Serve
  1. Serve the crispy coconut shrimp immediately with a side of sweet chili dipping sauce, optionally enhanced with lime juice and cilantro.

Notes

For an extra crisp, you can chill the breaded shrimp for 15-20 minutes before frying.