Coconut Shrimp and Dipping Sauce…just Like the Restaurant

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 2
Coconut Shrimp and Dipping Sauce...just Like the Restaurant
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

32 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups cornstarch , divided
2 cups plain breadcrumbs
2 cups sweetened flaked coconut
1 cup Coco Lopez ( cream of coconut )
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 lb of raw shellled deveined and butterflied shrimp
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup crushed pineapple ( drained )
1/2 cup Coco Lopez

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
881
Sugar
29g
Fat
45g
Coconut shrimp is a classic dish served in many seafood restaurants, known for its crispy breaded coconut exterior and succulent, butterflied shrimp. With this recipe for Coconut Shrimp and Dipping Sauce...just Like the Restaurant, you can enjoy this mouthwatering dish in the comfort of your own home with a dipping sauce that is the perfect complement to its flavors. Fresh shrimp are dredged in cornstarch and a special mixture of sweetened coconut flakes, cream of coconut, and powdered sugar before being baked in the oven to perfection. The dipping sauce is created using sour cream, crushed pineapple, Coco Lopez and cornstarch for a unique, tangy flavor that really brings out the coconut flavor of the dish. This is an easy and fun recipe to make for any occasion, whether for a casual dinner or a party with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.Place 1/2 cup of cornstarch in a shallow dish.
3.In a separate shallow dish, mix together the breadcrumbs and coconut.
4.In a third shallow dish, whisk together the Coco Lopez and powdered sugar.
5.Dredge each shrimp in the cornstarch, then dip it into the Coco Lopez mixture, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture.
6.Place the coated shrimp on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7.Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until shrimp are cooked through.
8.In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 1 cup of cornstarch, sour cream, crushed pineapple, and 1/2 cup of Coco Lopez to make the dipping sauce.
9.Serve the coconut shrimp with the dipping sauce and enjoy!

PROS

Crunchy and savory, this recipe for Coconut Shrimp and Dipping Sauce.
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just Like the Restaurant is perfect for seafood lovers who want to enjoy a classic restaurant dish from the comfort of their own home.
It’s quick and easy to make, yet incredibly delicious.

CONS

While this recipe is a healthier version of the classic restaurant-style coconut shrimp, it is still high in calories and saturated fat due to the use of cornstarch and sweetened coconut flakes.
Those who are trying to watch their calorie and fat intake should enjoy the dish in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high calorie and fat content, shrimp is a good source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and selenium, which are all important for maintaining a healthy diet. Coconut flakes contain vitamins C, E, and B-complex, as well as minerals such as iron, calcium, and potassium, which can help support the immune system and promote healthy digestion.

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