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Baked Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo

Crispy Baked Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo Delight

Experience tropical flavors with these Baked Coconut Shrimp served with a creamy sweet chili mayo, perfect as an appetizer or a fun weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood, Tropical
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined Thawed and well-dried
  • 1 cup Shredded coconut (unsweetened) Toast for extra flavor
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 2 large Eggs, beaten Flax eggs for vegan alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked adds a delightful twist
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs (Panko recommended) Gluten-free options available
For the Sweet Chili Mayo
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option) Vegan mayo as substitute
  • 1/4 cup Sweet chili sauce Adjust for spice tolerance
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder Substitute with fresh garlic for boldness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Three Bowls

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Ensure shrimp are thawed and dried thoroughly with paper towels.
  3. Set up a breading station with flour mixture, beaten eggs, and coconut-breadcrumb mix in separate bowls.
  4. Coat each shrimp in flour, followed by egg, and then the coconut-breadcrumb mixture. Repeat until all are coated.
  5. Arrange shrimp on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway.
  6. While shrimp are baking, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and garlic powder to make the dip.
  7. Serve hot baked shrimp with sweet chili mayo as dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp are well-dried before breading to achieve a crispy coating. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheat in the oven to restore crispiness.

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