Description
This Crispy Coconut Shrimp recipe is the ultimate appetizer or snack, featuring shrimp coated in seasoned flour, eggs, and sweet shredded coconut. Fried to golden perfection, these shrimp are crunchy, flavorful, and paired with a tangy sweet chili dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon chile powder
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 ½ cups sweetened shredded coconut
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- ¾ cup sweet chili sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Heat 3 inches of oil in a large pot to 350°F.
- Set up three bowls: flour mixture, beaten eggs, and shredded coconut.
- Dip each shrimp in flour, then eggs, and finally coconut, ensuring even coating.
- Fry shrimp in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with sweet chili sauce.
Notes
- Adjust the chile powder to your spice preference.
- For extra crunch, double-dip the shrimp in the coating process.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American, Tropical