Thai Coconut Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Thai Coconut Shrimp Tacos are a delightful fusion of flavors, combining crispy shrimp with a creamy coconut sauce and fresh toppings. This Tacos Recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends.

The recipe is simple and can be customized with your favorite toppings, making it a versatile option for any taco lover.

Delicious Thai Coconut Shrimp Tacos

This recipe features succulent shrimp coated in coconut flakes, fried until golden, and served in soft tortillas with a zesty slaw and a drizzle of spicy sauce. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup shredded coconut
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
8 small flour or corn tortillas
1 cup shredded cabbage or slaw mix
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Shrimp: In a bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Dredge the shrimp in the flour mixture, dip in the beaten eggs, and then coat with shredded coconut.
Fry the Shrimp: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, lime juice, and sriracha sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Assemble the Tacos: Warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave. Place a handful of cabbage or slaw on each tortilla, top with fried shrimp, and drizzle with the sauce. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
Serve: Enjoy the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.