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Crispy Coconut Shrimp & Coconut-Crusted Mushrooms with Pineapple Chili Sauce

A fun and fresh dish combining golden crispy shrimp and savory coconut mushrooms, served with a bright sweet-spicy pineapple chili sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Seafood
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Coconut Shrimp
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left on
  • 1.5 cups shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, for brushing
For the Coconut-Crusted Mushrooms
  • 12 ounces mushrooms, halved or thickly sliced
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 0.75 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 0.25 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, for brushing
For the Pineapple Chili Sauce
  • 0.5 cup sweet Thai chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1-2 cloves garlic, grated
  • 0.5 cup finely chopped pineapple
  • 1 Zest and juice of 1 lime
For Serving
  • Fresh Thai basil or cilantro, for garnish
  • Honey mustard or aioli, optional Optional for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly oil two baking sheets or line them with parchment and set aside.
  2. Prepare the shrimp: In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs and toss the shrimp in the egg mixture until completely coated.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the shredded coconut, panko breadcrumbs, flour, sesame seeds, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Coat the shrimp: Press each egg-coated shrimp into the coconut mixture, turning to coat all sides and pressing gently so the coating adheres. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on one of the prepared baking sheets. Brush or drizzle lightly with olive oil.
  5. Prepare the mushrooms: In one bowl, whisk the egg. In a second bowl, mix together the shredded coconut, panko breadcrumbs, flour, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Dip each mushroom piece into the egg, then into the coconut mixture, pressing to help it stick. Arrange the mushrooms on the second baking sheet, leaving space between pieces, and brush lightly with olive oil.
Baking
  1. Place both baking sheets in the oven and bake for 8–12 minutes, rotating the pans once if needed, until the coating is golden and crisp, the shrimp are opaque and cooked through, and the mushrooms are tender inside.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. While the shrimp and mushrooms bake, stir together the sweet Thai chili sauce, ketchup, grated garlic, finely chopped pineapple, lime zest, and lime juice in a small bowl. Taste and adjust lime or sweetness to your preference.
Serving
  1. Transfer the crispy shrimp and mushrooms to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh Thai basil or cilantro and serve right away with the pineapple chili sauce for dipping. Add honey mustard or aioli on the side if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To keep crispness, place a paper towel under the shrimp or mushrooms to soak extra moisture. Reheat in a 400°F oven for 6–8 minutes or in an air fryer on 350°F for 3–5 minutes until hot and crisp. You can freeze unbaked breaded shrimp and mushrooms on a tray until firm, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 1 month. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the bake time.