Description
Crispy Coconut Shrimp with Mango Salsa is a delightful tropical dish that brings the beach to your kitchen. Each succulent shrimp is coated in a golden, crunchy coconut crust, delivering a satisfying crunch with every bite. Paired with a vibrant mango salsa that adds sweetness and zest, this recipe is perfect for gatherings or a cozy dinner at home. Impress your guests and create unforgettable memories with this easy-to-make dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large peeled shrimp
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, diced (optional)
Instructions
- Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for coconut mixed with salt.
- Dip each shrimp first in flour, then in beaten eggs, and finally coat in the coconut mixture.
- Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry shrimp in batches until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- While shrimp cooks, combine mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and jalapeño in a bowl to prepare salsa.
- Serve hot shrimp with mango salsa for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 shrimp (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg