Coconut Shrimp with Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1 cup of shredded coconut
• 1 cup of Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 cup of canola oil
• For the dipping sauce:
• 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 1 tablespoon of Sriracha sauce

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, coconut, and breadcrumbs. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs.
4. Dip the shrimp into the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture.
5. In a large skillet, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat.
6. Carefully add the shrimp to the hot oil and cook for 2 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Place the shrimp on a baking sheet and bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes, or until shrimp are cooked through.
8. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, honey, and Sriracha sauce.
9. Serve the shrimp with the dipping sauce.

Interesting Facts

• Coconut shrimp is a popular appetizer in American cuisine.
• Sriracha sauce is a type of chili sauce made from a combination of chilies, garlic, and other spices.
• Panko breadcrumbs are Japanese-style breadcrumbs that are lighter and flakier than traditional breadcrumbs.