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Best Crispy Coconut Shrimp with Pineapple Sauce

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Delightful dish of crispy coconut shrimp served with a sweet and tangy pineapple sauce, capturing the tropical essence of summer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails on
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water (slurry)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the shrimp: Pat your shrimp dry with paper towels and season flour with salt and pepper. Dredge each shrimp in the seasoned flour.
  2. Create the coating: Dip the floured shrimp in beaten eggs and roll them in a mixture of shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Fry the shrimp: Heat the vegetable oil over medium heat; fry the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Make the pineapple sauce: Combine pineapple juice, crushed pineapple, rice vinegar, honey, soy sauce, grated ginger, and minced garlic in a saucepan. Simmer for about 5 minutes, then stir in the cornstarch slurry until thickened.
  5. Serve: Arrange the crispy shrimp on a platter with the sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

Consider marinating shrimp for added flavor and double the coconut and panko for extra crunch.

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