Golden Coconut Shrimp with Orange Sauce

Golden Coconut Shrimp with Orange Sauce

Crispy coconut shrimp with a tangy orange sauce—a tropical taste sensation!
Portions:3
Cooking Time:1 hour 30 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • Shrimp
  • 1 pound shrimp cleaned and deveined
  • Sea salt and white pepper to taste
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup shredded coconut unsweetened
  • 3/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon cut into wedges
  • Dipping Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • A pinch of salt
  • ½ teaspoon tapioca starch
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley minced

Instructions

  • Pat the shrimp dry and season with sea salt and white pepper.
  • Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked egg, and one with a mixture of shredded coconut and breadcrumbs.
  • Coat each shrimp in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat with the coconut and breadcrumb mixture.
  • Refrigerate the coated shrimp for 1 hour to set the coating.
  • Preheat the Air Fryer to 370°F and arrange the shrimp in the basket.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and cook for 6 minutes, working in batches if necessary.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the dipping sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
  • Add orange juice and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to a simmer for 7 minutes.
  • Add soy sauce, salt, and tapioca starch, stirring until the sauce thickens.
  • Serve the shrimp with the orange dipping sauce, garnished with lemon wedges and parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice
Pair with a chilled Riesling or a fruity Pinot Gris to enhance the tropical flavors.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 487 kcal | Carbohydrates: 35.9 g | Protein: 37.6 g | Fat: 21.7 g | Fiber: 1.8 g | Sugar: 8.4 g | Salt: 950 mg
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