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Coconut Shrimp Sauce (Red Lobster Copycat) Recipe

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Coconut Shrimp Sauce is a quick and easy Red Lobster copycat recipe perfect for dipping fried or baked shrimp. Made with yogurt, crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, and a touch of sugar and salt, this sauce offers a creamy, tropical flavor that pairs beautifully with seafood.


Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 5.3 ounces yogurt (plain, Greek, or dairy-free)
  • ¼ cup crushed pineapple (canned, in pineapple juice)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut (finely shredded)
  • 1-2 teaspoons sugar (or coconut sugar)
  • â…› – ¼ teaspoon salt (to taste)


Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Stir all sauce ingredients together in a medium-sized bowl. Whisk or stir with a spoon until the mixture is smooth and all components are thoroughly combined.
  2. Chill or Serve: Serve the sauce immediately as a fresh dip or place it in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and to serve it chilled.

Notes

  • You can use plain Greek yogurt, regular plain yogurt, or a dairy-free alternative depending on your dietary needs.
  • Adjust sugar and salt to your taste preferences for sweetness and seasoning balance.
  • The sauce pairs excellently with fried, baked, or grilled shrimp but also works well as a dip for other seafood or appetizers.
  • For a smoother sauce, blend all ingredients briefly instead of stirring.