Description
Crispy Fried Coconut Shrimp combines tender shrimp coated in a crunchy mixture of panko breadcrumbs and shredded coconut, fried to golden perfection. Served with a sweet and spicy orange marmalade chili dipping sauce, this appetizer is a delightful balance of textures and flavors that’s perfect for gatherings or a special treat.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Coating
- 1 lb. peeled and deveined raw shrimp
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour)
- 2 large eggs
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Oil for frying (such as vegetable oil)
Dipping Sauce
- 1/2 cup orange marmalade
- 1/4 cup chili sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp: Peel and devein the shrimp if necessary. Pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels to help the coating adhere well during frying.
- Mix eggs: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the two eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper until fully combined.
- Prepare coating: In another bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and shredded coconut. Season with salt and pepper to taste and mix evenly.
- Coat the shrimp: Dredge each shrimp first in flour, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then dip it into the egg mixture, followed by coating it thoroughly with the breadcrumb and coconut mixture. Repeat for all shrimp.
- Heat oil and fry: Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Carefully place coated shrimp into the oil. Fry shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they become golden brown and crispy.
- Drain shrimp: Remove the fried shrimp from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Make dipping sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the orange marmalade and chili sauce until smooth and well combined.
- Serve: Arrange the crispy fried coconut shrimp on a serving platter and accompany with the orange marmalade chili dipping sauce for dipping.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour and ensure panko breadcrumbs are gluten-free.
- Use fresh or thawed shrimp for the best texture and flavor.
- Monitor oil temperature carefully to avoid burning the coconut coating.
- You can adjust the chili sauce quantity in the dipping sauce to your preferred spice level.
- Serve immediately for maximum crispness.
