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Copycat Crispy Fried Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo Dipping Sauce

A pile of golden brown, crispy coconut shrimp served on a white plate with a dollop of orange dipping sauce.
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Make restaurant-style coconut shrimp at home. This recipe delivers perfectly crunchy, sweet coconut-crusted shrimp with a simple, flavorful sweet chili mayonnaise dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • For the Dipping Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the shrimp: Pat the shrimp completely dry using paper towels.
  2. Set up a three-stage breading station. Place flour seasoned with salt and pepper in the first shallow dish. Whisk eggs in the second dish. Combine shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs in the third dish.
  3. Dredge each shrimp first in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip the floured shrimp into the egg wash, letting excess drip off. Finally, press the shrimp firmly into the coconut-panko mixture to coat completely. Place coated shrimp on a wire rack.
  4. Prepare the dipping sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and lime juice until smooth. Set aside.
  5. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature.
  6. Carefully add shrimp to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove the cooked shrimp with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  8. Serve the hot, crispy coconut shrimp immediately with the sweet chili mayo dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For a lighter option, you can bake the shrimp at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden.
  • For an air fryer method, spray the coated shrimp lightly with cooking spray and cook at 380°F (195°C) for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  • You can substitute the dipping sauce with orange marmalade mixed with a dash of hot sauce for a different flavor profile.

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