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Coconut Shrimp with Spicy Mango Dipping Sauce

Experience the taste of the tropics with our Coconut Shrimp with Spicy Mango Dipping Sauce! Crispy coconut-encrusted shrimp pairs perfectly with a tangy, sweet, and spicy mango sauce. It's not just a meal, it's a culinary adventure you won't forget!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: coconut shrimp, mango dipping sauce
Servings: 4
Calories: 757kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled, tails on
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups sweetened coconut shredded
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • vegetable oil for frying

For Spicy Mango Dipping Sauce

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ mango cubed, about ½ cup to ¾ cup
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • ¼ teaspoon curry powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¼ cup cilantro

Instructions

  • In a blender, combine mayonnaise, cubed mango, honey, sriracha, curry powder, salt, lemon juice, and cilantro. Blend until smooth and refrigerate.
  • Fill a Dutch oven or deep frying pan with about 1 1/2 inches of vegetable oil. Heat the oil until it reaches a temperature between 350°F (175°C) and 375°F (190°C), ensuring it's hot enough for frying the shrimp to a perfect crisp.
  • Set up a breading station with three plates - one with breadcrumbs, one with beaten eggs seasoned with salt and pepper, and one with shredded coconut. Dredge each shrimp in breadcrumbs, then in egg, and finally in coconut.
  • Once oil is hot, fry shrimp in batches for about 2 minutes or until golden and crispy.
  • Drain fried shrimp and serve with the chilled spicy mango dipping sauce. Enjoy your tropical feast!

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Notes

  1. Oil Temperature: Monitoring the oil temperature is crucial. Too hot, and your shrimp will burn. Too cold, and they can turn soggy. Aim for a temperature between 350°F (175°C) and 375°F (190°C).
  2. Shrimp Preparation: Ensure the shrimp are peeled, deveined, and thoroughly dried before you begin the breading process for best results.
  3. Breading Station: For an organized and efficient breading process, prepare your station with one plate of breadcrumbs, one plate of beaten eggs, and one plate of shredded coconut.
  4. Frying in Batches: Avoid overcrowding the pan when frying the shrimp. This helps to maintain the oil temperature and prevents the shrimp from sticking together.
  5. Sauce Adjustments: Feel free to adjust the dipping sauce to taste. Add more honey for sweetness, or extra sriracha for heat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 757kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 51g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 22g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 236mg | Sodium: 1402mg | Potassium: 432mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 695IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 135mg | Iron: 3mg