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The Ultimate Crispy Baked Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Mayo Dip

A plate of perfectly golden and crispy coconut shrimp recipe pieces served with a side of dipping sauce.
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Make restaurant-style coconut shrimp at home. This recipe delivers perfectly crispy, sweet, and savory shrimp using a baked method, paired with a simple sweet chili mayo dipping sauce. It is quick enough for a weeknight dinner or perfect as an appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray
  • For the Sweet Chili Mayo Dip:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
  2. Set up a standard breading station with three shallow dishes. Place the flour seasoned with salt and pepper in the first dish. Whisk the eggs in the second dish. In the third dish, combine the Panko breadcrumbs and shredded coconut.
  3. Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels. This step helps the coating stick and become crispy.
  4. Dredge each shrimp first in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  5. Dip the floured shrimp into the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip off.
  6. Finally, press the shrimp firmly into the Panko and coconut mixture, ensuring an even, thick coating.
  7. Place the coated shrimp on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Spray the tops generously with cooking spray to promote browning.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the shrimp are pink and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
  9. While the shrimp bake, prepare the dipping sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and lime juice until smooth.
  10. Serve the crispy baked coconut shrimp immediately with the sweet chili mayo dip.

Notes

  • For the crispiest texture, ensure your shrimp are very dry before breading.
  • If you prefer frying, heat 1 inch of oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden.
  • This recipe makes a great healthy fried shrimp alternative.

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