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Chinese Coconut Shrimp

Crispy Chinese Coconut Shrimp That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Enjoy guilt-free Chinese Coconut Shrimp, perfectly crispy and served with a sweet chili dipping sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 shrimp
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour gluten-free option available
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut sweetened, unsweetened can be used
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs regular breadcrumbs are a substitute
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh is best
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce tamari for gluten-free
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • shallow dish
  • Frying Pan or Deep Fryer
  • Slotted spoon
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Shrimp: Whisk together flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Pat shrimp dry.
  2. Dredge Shrimp: Coat shrimp in the flour mixture, shaking off excess flour.
  3. Breading Process: Dip each shrimp in beaten eggs, then in shredded coconut and panko mixture.
  4. Chill: Place breaded shrimp on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  5. Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep fryer or pot.
  6. Fry Shrimp: Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Drain: Remove shrimp and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  8. Mix Dipping Sauce: Combine sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and soy sauce in a bowl.
  9. Serve: Arrange shrimp on a platter with dipping sauce and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 4shrimpCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for longer storage. Reheat in the oven for best results.

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