Imagine a dish that transports you straight to a Caribbean beach with just one bite - crispy, golden shrimp encrusted in a coconut coating, paired with a tantalizing sweet and savory apricot sauce that will make your mouth water. This Baked Coconut Shrimp recipe is not just a meal, it's a culinary adventure that combines simplicity with incredible flavor, perfect for impressing dinner guests or treating yourself to a restaurant-quality dish right at home!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Caribbean
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup apricot preserves
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent the shrimp from sticking.
- In a shallow bowl, combine the shredded coconut and breadcrumbs. Mix them well to ensure an even distribution.
- In another bowl, beat the two eggs until they are well combined. This will be used for coating the shrimp.
- Season the peeled and deveined shrimp with salt and pepper to taste. This will enhance the flavor of the shrimp.
- Take each shrimp and dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow any excess egg to drip off.
- Next, roll the egg-coated shrimp in the coconut and breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to ensure the coating adheres well to the shrimp. Place the coated shrimp on the prepared baking sheet.
- Once all the shrimp are coated, place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
- While the shrimp are baking, prepare the apricot sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the apricot preserves and soy sauce. Stir over medium heat until the mixture is smooth and heated through, about 3-5 minutes.
- Once the shrimp are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a minute. Serve the baked coconut shrimp hot, accompanied by the warm apricot sauce for dipping.
- Enjoy your delicious Baked Coconut Shrimp with Apricot Sauce, a perfect Caribbean-inspired dish!
Tips
- Use large, fresh shrimp for the best texture and flavor
- Pat the shrimp completely dry before coating to ensure a crispy exterior
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet - give each shrimp space to get golden and crisp
- For extra crunch, try toasting the coconut and breadcrumb mixture briefly before coating
- Serve immediately after baking to maintain the perfect crispy texture
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the coconut coating
- Experiment with different preserves like mango or pineapple for unique sauce variations
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 281kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 173mg
