Description
Baked Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo offers a delightful crunch with each bite, as the golden-brown coconut coating contrasts beautifully with the tender, juicy shrimp inside. The sweet and tangy chili mayo adds a luscious creaminess that elevates the dish, making it a perfect appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- Shrimp: 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Coconut Coating:
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Breading:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Sweet Chili Mayo:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- In a third bowl, mix the shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the coconut mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place the coated shrimp on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the shrimp are golden brown and cooked through, flipping halfway for even crispiness.
- While the shrimp are baking, prepare the sweet chili mayo by mixing mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and lime juice in a small bowl.
- Serve the baked shrimp hot with the sweet chili mayo on the side.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time; prepare the shrimp and coat them, then refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour and use gluten-free panko breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: appetizers
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp with 2 tablespoons of sweet chili mayo
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 milligrams
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