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Chinese Coconut Shrimp Recipe

Chinese Coconut Shrimp Recipe

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Delight your taste buds with these crispy Chinese Coconut Shrimp served with a sweet and tangy dipping sauce. A perfect appetizer that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

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For the Dipping Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar

For the Shrimp:

  • 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails on
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dipping Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweetened condensed milk, honey, and rice vinegar. Set aside.
  2. Bread the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry, season with salt and white pepper. Dredge in cornstarch, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with coconut-panko mixture.
  3. Fry the Shrimp: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Serve: Serve hot with the prepared dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, bake the shrimp at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes or air-fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

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