Description
Crispy Coconut Shrimp with Mango Salsa offers a delightful blend of crunchy, golden shrimp paired with a refreshing, zesty mango salsa. Perfect for any occasion—from casual gatherings to elegant dinner parties—this dish will transport your taste buds straight to the tropics. The combination of textures and flavors creates a memorable culinary experience that is both easy to prepare and visually stunning on your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by rinsing them under cold water and patting them dry.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one for flour (seasoned with salt and pepper), one for beaten eggs, and one for coconut flakes.
- Dip each shrimp in the flour, then in the egg wash, followed by the coconut flakes, ensuring even coverage.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Fry shrimp in batches for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
- For the mango salsa, mix diced mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Serve crispy shrimp alongside mango salsa and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp (approx. 140g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg