Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Sauce RECIPE FOR TODAY

Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Sauce

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Servings: 4

Quick and easy shrimp coated in a crispy golden brown coconut, served with sweet chili sauce for dipping.

ingredients

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• salt and pepper
• 1/3 cup flour (gluten-free for gluten-free)
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (gluten-free for gluten-free)
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut
• oil for frying

directions

1. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, dredge them in flour, dip them in egg and coat them with a mixture of the breadcrumbs and shredded coconut.
2. Heat the oil in a large pan over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes, before setting aside on paper towels to drain.

Option: Add 2 teaspoons lime zest to the breadcrumb mixture.
Option: Serve with sweet chili sauce (optionally with apricot preserves mixed in) or pineapple sweet chili sauce.

Nutrition Facts: Calories 396, Fat 21.2g (Saturated 6g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 321mg, Sodium 326mg, Carbs 18.9g (Fiber 1.4g, Sugars 1.1g), Protein 31g