Fried Coconut Shrimp with Orange Marmalade Dip
Fried Coconut Shrimp with Orange Marmalade Dip is a tropical delight that combines crispy, golden shrimp with a sweet and tangy dipping sauce. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this dish brings the sunshine to your table. With its crunchy exterior and tender inside, every bite is bursting with flavor, making it an instant crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup orange marmalade
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Cooking oil (for frying)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
- Set up three bowls: one with seasoned flour, another with beaten eggs, and the last with a mix of panko breadcrumbs and coconut flakes.
- Dredge each shrimp in flour, dip in egg wash, then coat in the panko-coconut mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For the dip, combine orange marmalade and soy sauce in a bowl; mix well.
- Serve shrimp hot with the orange marmalade dip.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, use fresh panko breadcrumbs. To customize your dip, add diced jalapeños for heat or substitute mango for a different flavor.