Coconut Shrimp with Pineapple Herb Dipping Sauce
Coconut Shrimp with Pineapple Herb Dipping Sauce is a flavorful Chinese Chinese Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Prepare the Coconut Shrimp: Preheat oven to 350°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
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Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPrepare the Coconut Shrimp: Preheat oven to 350°F.
Spread coconut on an ungreased baking sheet.
Toast in the oven for 3–5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently to ensure even cooking.
Transfer coconut to a pie plate; cool.
Turn oven temperature up to 425°F.
Grease the same baking sheet.
Place flour in a small bowl.
In another small bowl, whisk egg whites with water until foamy.
Stir panko into the coconut in the pie plate.
In a large bowl, toss shrimp with soy sauce and pepper.
One at a time, hold shrimp by tail and coat with flour, shaking off excess; then dip in egg white mixture.
Finally, roll in coconut mixture to coat well.
Place shrimp on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 10–12 minutes or until shrimp are opaque throughout and coating is crisp.
Meanwhile, prepare the Pineapple Herb Dipping Sauce: Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice.
In a food processor, pulse pineapple, reserved pineapple juice, herbs, and lime juice until blended.
Serve coconut shrimp with dipping sauce.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
