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Baked Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo

Baked Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo for Tropical Bliss

Baked Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo is a delightful and healthier appetizer, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1 cup Shredded coconut (unsweetened) Sweetened coconut is not recommended
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper Can omit if sensitive to spice
  • 1 tsp Paprika Consider smoked paprika for depth
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs Can be swapped with gluten-free breadcrumbs
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used as a lighter alternative
  • 1/4 cup Sweet chili sauce Choose a gluten-free brand if required
  • 2 tbsp Lime juice Fresh lime is preferred
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder Adjust quantity if using fresh garlic

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the large shrimp dry with paper towels and lay them out in a single layer on a plate.
  3. Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, salt, pepper, and paprika; one with beaten eggs; and one with panko and shredded coconut.
  4. Dredge each shrimp in flour, coat in eggs, and then press into the coconut-panko mixture. Repeat for all shrimp.
  5. Arrange the coated shrimp in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. While the shrimp bake, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and garlic powder for the dipping sauce.
  7. Serve the baked shrimp warm alongside the sweet chili mayo dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately after baking while exceeding warmth and crispiness.

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