Best 8 Dipping Sauce For Coconut Shrimp Recipes

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Dipping sauces can enhance the flavor of coconut shrimp and complete your dining experience. Whether you prefer a sweet, savory, spicy, or tangy sauce, there are many options to choose from. From classic Thai sweet chili sauce to creamy avocado lime sauce, and from spicy mango habanero sauce to tangy pineapple ginger sauce, there's a dipping sauce to suit every palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COCONUT SHRIMP WITH THE BEST DIPPING SAUCE



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Use plenty of coconut flakes to coat these shrimp for superior crunch and subtle tropical sweetness from Natasha Kravchuk of Natasha's Kitchen. They're even better with the super simple (2 ingredient!) apricot sweet chili sauce.

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound large shrimp (21-25 per pound), peeled and deveined, tails left on
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 ½ cups sweetened shredded coconut
½ cup panko bread crumbs
8 tablespoons light olive oil, or any high-heat cooking oil
Reynolds® Parchment Paper
¼ cup sweet chili sauce
¼ cup apricot preserves or apricot fruit spread

Steps:

  • Rinse shrimp in cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Set up 3 shallow bowls. In the first, stir together 1/4 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt. In the second, add eggs and lightly beat with a fork. In the third, combine 1 1/2 cups coconut flakes and 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs.
  • Dredge shrimp in flour, dip in beaten egg and then finally dip in coconut crumb mixture using your hands to press the mixture onto the shrimp. Transfer to a Reynolds® Parchment Paper lined baking sheet and repeat with remaining shrimp. Once all of the shrimp are breaded, saute right away.
  • Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add enough oil to generously cover the bottom. Once oil is hot, add shrimp and saute 2 to 3 minutes, flip and saute another 2 minutes until golden brown on both sides and shrimp is firm and pink. Cook in batches and don't overcrowd the pan.
  • Stir together the sweet chili sauce and apricot preserves and serve with coconut shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 132.8 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 407.8 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

COCONUT SHRIMP WITH 2-INGREDIENT DIPPING SAUCE



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The Best Coconut shrimp coated in plenty of coconut flakes for superior crunch and subtle tropical flavor. Do not skip the the super simple (2 ingredient!) coconut shrimp sauce!

Provided by Natasha Kravchuk

Categories     Easy

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb large shrimp (21-25 count, peeled and deveined with tails left on)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 large eggs (beaten with a fork)
1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut (*)
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
light olive oil (or vegetable oil or coconut oil)
1 lime (cut into wedges, to serve)
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
1/4 cup apricot preserves or apricot fruit spread

Steps:

  • Rinse shrimp in cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Set up 3 shallow bowls. In the first, stir together 1/4 cup flour, 1/2 tsp garlic powder and 1/2 tsp salt. In the second, beat 2 eggs with a fork. In the third, combine 1 1/2 cups coconut flakes and 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs.
  • Dredge shrimp in flour, then dip in beaten egg and finally dip in crumb mixture using your hands to press the coconut crumb mixture onto your shrimp. Transfer to a platter and repeat with remaining shrimp. Once all shrimp are breaded, either sauté right away or refrigerate for later.
  • To sautee: place a large pan over medium heat and add enough oil to generously cover the bottom (1/4" deep). Once oil is hot (350˚F), add shrimp and sauté 2 minutes per side until golden brown and shrimp is pink and cooked through. Cook in batches and don't overcrowd the pan.
  • Stir together 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce with 1/4 cup apricot preserves. Serve shrimp with dipping sauce and squeeze fresh lime juice over finished shrimp before serving if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 245 mg, Sodium 1004 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 15 g, ServingSize 1 serving

COCONUT SHRIMP AND MANGO DIPPING SAUCE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup diced fresh ripe mango
2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Vegetable oil, for frying
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 large eggs
1 cup shredded sweetened coconut flakes
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp, butterflied (about 36)
Lime wedges, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the mango dipping sauce: Add the mango, BBQ sauce, honey, lime juice and salt to a blender and blend until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl; set aside.
  • For the shrimp: Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine the cornstarch, flour, salt and pepper in a bowl. Beat the eggs and 1/2 cup water in a second bowl. In a third bowl, combine the coconut flakes and breadcrumbs.
  • Bread the shrimp by dipping them first in the flour mixture and shaking off any excess, then in the egg wash and finally in the coconut breadcrumbs, pressing to make sure each shrimp has an even coating.
  • Fry the shrimp in the oil in batches of 8 to 12 until golden and crispy, approximately 2 minutes per side. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Arrange on a platter and serve immediately alongside the dipping sauce. Garnish with lime wedges.

DIPPING SAUCE FOR COCONUT SHRIMP



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A simple delicious dipping sauce!

Provided by abcd1234

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

½ cup orange marmalade
2 teaspoons stone-ground mustard
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish

Steps:

  • Whisk the orange marmalade, mustard, and horseradish together in a bowl. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.5 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 56 mg, Sugar 24.1 g

A QUARTET OF DIPPING SAUCES FOR COCONUT SHRIMP



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Many people enjoy dipping their coconut shrimp in something sweet or something spicy. Here are a few suggestions, all of which are easy to put together.

Provided by Lorraine of AZ

Categories     Sauces

Time 12m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup orange marmalade
2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salsa
crushed pineapple, to taste
coconut, to taste
1/3 cup low-sugar apricot preserves
1 teaspoon spicy brown mustard
2 tablespoons coconut milk
1/2 cup orange marmalade
1 -2 tablespoon dark rum

Steps:

  • Sauce #1 ~ Marmalade Dipping Sauce:.
  • Combine ingredients in a small saucepan over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Sauce #2 ~ Pineapple Salsa:.
  • Combine ingredients and serve.
  • Sauce #3 ~ Apricot Preserves Dipping Sauce:.
  • Combine ingredients and serve.
  • Sauce #4 ~ Rum Dipping Sauce (from Paula Deen):.
  • Combine ingredients and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.8, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 60.1, Carbohydrate 53.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 48, Protein 0.5

COCONUT SHRIMP AND DIPPING SAUCE...JUST LIKE THE RESTAURANT



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Make and share this Coconut Shrimp and Dipping Sauce...just Like the Restaurant recipe from Food.com.

Provided by chef FIFI

Categories     Coconut

Time 20m

Yield 1 1b

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups cornstarch, divided
2 cups plain breadcrumbs
2 cups sweetened flaked coconut
1 cup Coco Lopez (cream of coconut)
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 lb of raw shellled deveined and butterflied shrimp
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
1/2 cup Coco Lopez

Steps:

  • *Caution when making this recipe make sure that the oil is not too hot, for the shrimp will burn on the outside and be raw inside.
  • In a large plate, place 1 cup corn starch and set aside.
  • In a bowl combine 1 cup pina colada mix and powdered sugar and stir until well combined.
  • In another large plate, combine bread crumbs, 1/2 cup cornstarch and coconut whisk around to blend together.
  • Dip and coat each shrimp in the cornstarch. Then dip and coat each shrimp in the pina colada mix, then dip and coat it in the bread crumb mixture. Repeat it one more time, by dipping them in the pina colada mix and then the bread crumb mix.
  • Bring oil to a boil and temperature of 375 degrees. Then place each shrimp in and let boil until golden brown.
  • Do not overcrowd pan to avoid a drop in temperature.
  • Place on colander to drain.
  • Assemble dipping sauce in a small bowl by combining sour cream, coco lopez and pineapple and mix well.Serve and Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4093.5, Fat 177.3, SaturatedFat 142.2, Cholesterol 917.1, Sodium 3364.1, Carbohydrate 488.7, Fiber 30.2, Sugar 148.8, Protein 144.1

COCONUT SHRIMP WITH DIPPING SAUCE



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With crispy coconut-cilantro breading and a sweet apricot sauce, these delicious shrimp, created by our Test Kitchen, would be great for any occasion, from an easy weeknight dinner to special event.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (13.66 ounces) light coconut milk, divided
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1-1/4 pounds uncooked medium shrimp
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 large egg whites
3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, lightly toasted
1/3 cup reduced-sugar apricot preserves
1 teaspoon spicy brown mustard

Steps:

  • Place 2 tablespoons coconut milk in a small bowl; cover and refrigerate. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the jalapeno, cilantro and remaining coconut milk. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails on. Add to bag; seal and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour. , Place flour in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, lightly beat the egg whites. In a third bowl, combine bread crumbs and coconut. Drain shrimp and discard marinade. Dip shrimp in flour and egg whites, then roll in crumb mixture. , Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 7-9 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Meanwhile, for dipping sauce, add preserves and mustard to the reserved coconut milk. Serve with shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 11g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

COCONUT SHRIMP WITH DIPPING SAUCE



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Crunchy shrimp with a sweet and sour dipping sauce -- a favorite restaurant appetizer you can make at home!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 14

14 bamboo or wooden skewers (4 to 6 inch)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 egg
1 teaspoon water
3/4 cup Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
3/4 cup shredded coconut
28 uncooked large shrimp (about 1 lb), thawed if frozen, peeled, deveined, tails left on
1/2 cup apricot or peach preserves
1/2 teaspoon grated lime peel
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Soak skewers in water for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, heat oven to 400°F. Line 15x10-inch baking pan with sides with foil; lightly spray foil with cooking spray.
  • In shallow dish, stir together flour, curry powder, salt and ground red pepper. In another shallow dish, beat egg and water until blended. In another shallow dish, mix bread crumbs and coconut.
  • Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Coat shrimp with flour mixture. Dip into egg mixture; coat well with crumb mixture.Thread 2 shrimp on each skewer, leaving space between each. Place in pan.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until shrimp are pink and coating begins to brown. Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix sauce ingredients.
  • Serve shrimp with sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 390 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • To achieve a crispy coating on your coconut shrimp, ensure the shrimp is dry before coating it in the coconut mixture. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels or use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture.
  • For a flavorful and aromatic dipping sauce, use a combination of sweet and tangy ingredients. The recipes in the article offer a range of options, including sweet chili sauce, orange marmalade, honey mustard, and pineapple sauce.
  • Experiment with different dipping sauce ingredients to create unique flavors. For example, you could add a touch of Sriracha or chili powder for a spicy kick, or incorporate herbs like cilantro or mint for a refreshing twist.
  • If you prefer a thicker dipping sauce, consider simmering the ingredients over low heat until the sauce reduces and thickens. Alternatively, you can add a cornstarch slurry to the sauce towards the end of cooking.
  • Serve the coconut shrimp and dipping sauce immediately after preparation to ensure the shrimp stays crispy and the sauce is at its best flavor.

Conclusion:

With its crispy coconut coating and flavorful dipping sauce, coconut shrimp is a delightful appetizer or main course that is sure to impress your taste buds. The versatility of the dipping sauce allows you to customize the flavors to your liking, making it a perfect dish for any occasion. Whether you prefer a sweet and tangy sauce, a spicy kick, or a refreshing herbal twist, there's a dipping sauce recipe in this article that will complement your coconut shrimp perfectly. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and indulge in the crispy, flavorful goodness of coconut shrimp with a delectable dipping sauce.

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