Now, y’all know when it comes to tasty shrimp, that Red Lobster coconut shrimp is real good eatin’. But what really makes it shine is the dipping sauce. Got folks askin’ everywhere, “What’s that Red Lobster coconut shrimp sauce recipe?” So, let’s talk about how you can whip up somethin’ close to that right at home. It’s simple, sweet, a little tangy, and goes perfectly with that crispy coconut shrimp!
What You’ll Need
Here’s the rundown of ingredients. Don’t worry, these are all things you can find right at your local grocery store. This sauce don’t need no fancy ingredients.
- 1/2 cup of crushed pineapple (canned is fine)
- 1/4 cup of cream of coconut (make sure it’s not coconut milk, but the thick, sweet cream)
- 1 tablespoon of white sugar (add a bit more if you like it sweeter)
- 1 tablespoon of sweetened shredded coconut (for that extra coconut flavor)
- A pinch of salt to bring it all together
Just these few things, and you’ll be on your way to a sauce that’ll take your shrimp up a notch! Now, let’s get to makin’ it.
How to Make the Sauce
Alright, here’s where it gets easy-peasy. Even if you ain’t much of a cook, you can handle this! Follow these steps, and you’ll have a perfect little bowl of sauce in no time:
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Step 1: First off, take your crushed pineapple and drain off the juice. You just need the chunky bits for this sauce, not all the liquid. That’ll make it nice and thick, not too runny.
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Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed pineapple, cream of coconut, sugar, and shredded coconut. Stir it all together real good. Don’t worry if it’s a little lumpy; that’s part of the charm.
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Step 3: Now, add just a tiny pinch of salt. You wouldn’t think salt belongs in somethin’ sweet, but trust me, it’ll make the flavors pop.
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Step 4: Give it a taste. If it ain’t sweet enough, add a bit more sugar, but go easy. This sauce is best when it’s not overly sweet.
Serving It Up
Once that sauce is ready, put it in a little bowl on the side. It’ll be thick and creamy, just right for dippin’. Now, here’s the thing – this sauce tastes best if it sits in the fridge for about an hour. It lets all them flavors blend together real nice.
What to Pair with This Sauce
Of course, this coconut sauce is ideal for coconut shrimp. But don’t let that stop you! It also tastes good with other things like fried chicken or even just as a spread on toast. Here’s some ideas for what to serve with it:
- Fried shrimp – coconut, breaded, or even plain
- Fried chicken strips
- Grilled fish – somethin’ mild like tilapia or cod
- Veggies like sweet potato fries or roasted carrots
That sauce is so good, I tell ya, you might just find yourself dippin’ all kinds of things in it.
Storing the Leftovers
Not that there’ll be much left, but if there is, you can store it in a container in the fridge. Just cover it up tight, and it should last for a few days. When you’re ready to use it again, give it a good stir, and it’ll be as good as new!
Why This Sauce Works
The reason this coconut dipping sauce works so well is ’cause of the mix of sweet and tangy. That cream of coconut adds the sweet creaminess, and the pineapple gives it a little tartness. Together, they balance out the crispy, savory flavor of the shrimp just right.
So next time you got a hankering for Red Lobster’s coconut shrimp, save yourself the trip and try makin’ it at home! This sauce recipe’s gonna get you pretty close, and who knows, maybe you’ll like it even better!
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