Copycat Red Lobster Coconut Shrimp Sauce Recipe
This Copycat Red Lobster Coconut Shrimp Sauce is a creamy, tropical dipping sauce combining pina colada mix, sour cream, pineapple, and lime flavors to perfectly complement crispy coconut shrimp or other seafood dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients for Coconut Shrimp Sauce
- 3/4 cup pina colada mix (liquid)
- 1 1/2 cups sour cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Zest of one lime
Instructions
- Mix sour cream and pina colada mix: In a large bowl, gently whisk together 1 1/2 cups of sour cream and 3/4 cup pina colada mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Add powdered sugar: Stir in 1/4 cup powdered sugar thoroughly to blend sweetness evenly throughout the mixture.
- Incorporate pineapple, coconut, and lime: Fold in 1/2 cup crushed pineapple (drained), 1/2 cup shredded coconut, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and the zest of one lime. Mix gently to maintain texture.
- Chill the sauce: Cover the bowl or transfer the sauce into an airtight container, then refrigerate for at least one hour to let the flavors meld and the sauce thicken before serving.
Notes
- Use either sweetened or unsweetened shredded coconut depending on your preference for sweetness.
- Drain the crushed pineapple well to avoid making the sauce too watery.
- For a tangier flavor, you can add a little more lime juice.
- This sauce pairs wonderfully with coconut shrimp but can also be used as a dip for grilled seafood or chicken.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: copycat, Red Lobster, coconut shrimp sauce, tropical sauce, pina colada sauce, seafood dipping sauce
