Our coconut shrimp dipping sauce recipe is addictively delicious and is made with just 4 simple ingredients. This homemade coconut shrimp sauce has just the right zesty flavor from horseradish to compliment either fried shrimp or jumbo shrimp as either a main dish or for perfect appetizers. The best part? This easy recipe is made in under 5 minutes!
For more flavor packed appetizers, check out our Air Fryer Potato Skins, Dairy Free Chicken Buffalo Dip, Gluten Free Chicken Wings and Taco Dip with Ground Beef.
Our dipping sauce makes a great addition to our crispy coconut shrimp recipe and was created with kitchen staples along with unsweetened coconut flakes. Flavor and simplicity all in one recipe! Our version is both creamy and zesty with the delicious combination of mayo and horseradish.
How To Serve Coconut Shrimp Sauce
We find this best used when dipping crunchy shrimp, but there are many other uses for this delicious sauce. Try serving it dipped or drizzled over your favorite fish recipes or try some of our favorites including Air Fry Frozen Fish Fillets, Cod Fish Tacos, Shrimp Foil Packets in the Oven and Broiled Haddock.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup orange marmalade ✅
- 1 tablespoon honey mustard ✅
- 1 tablespoon horseradish ✅
- 1 tablespoon mayo ✅
Gluten-Free Guide: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten.
How To Make
In a small bowl combine the orange marmalade, honey mustard, horseradish, and mayo. Blend well. For a creamier sauce, blend in a food processor.
For best results, chill until you are ready to serve. Pairs well with any coconut shrimp recipe or white fish.
Substitutions
- Add more or less horseradish to adjust the zippy flavor and add a squeeze of fresh lime juice or splash of rice vinegar.
- Use dairy-free mayo for a dairy-free version
- Try peach marmalade rather than orange
- Try Dijon mustard instead of honey mustard for a different flavor profile
- Add a little freshly squeezed orange juice and a little orange zest for a brighter orange flavor
- To bump this sauce to a medium heat, add a touch of hot sauce, red pepper flakes, or swap regular mayo for sriracha mayo.
- Swap the marmalade for Thai chili sauce or Thai sweet chili sauce (found in the Asian food section of the grocery store)
- For an extra coconut punch, swap the mayo for full-fat coconut milk or even pina colada mix.
Frequently Asked Questions
Leftover sauce will keep up to 3 days in the fridge. This recipe can also be made in advance, chilled then removed from the fridge when ready to serve.
You could toss leftover sauce in the freezer for up to 3 months; however, we have found this recipe is best when made and served fresh.
Our coconut shrimp sauce is the perfect replacement for cocktail sauce.
Kids In The Kitchen
Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.
- Make sure to start any recipe by reading the full recipe card first.
- When measuring ingredients, level out the measuring cup or spoon before adding to a mixing bowl by using a knife or your finger.
- Serve the dip chilled by placing in the fridge until ready to serve.
Storage Instructions
Store the sauce in an airtight container or covered shallow bowl in the fridge and keep chilled until you are ready to serve. You can keep the sauce in your fridge for 3 days.
More Gluten-Free Sauces
- Gluten Free Alfredo Sauce
- Gluten Free Stir Fry Sauce
- Gluten Free Barbecue Sauce
- Velveeta Cheese Sauce
- Gluten Free Pasta Sauce
CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.
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Easy Coconut Shrimp Dipping Sauce
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup orange marmalade ✅
- 1 tablespoon honey mustard ✅
- 1 tablespoon horseradish ✅
- 1 tablespoon mayo ✅
Instructions
- Blend the ingredients. In a small bowl combine the orange marmalade, honey mustard, horseradish, and mayo. Blend well.1/2 cup orange marmalade, 1 tablespoon honey mustard, 1 tablespoon horseradish, 1 tablespoon mayo
- Serve. Chill until you are ready to serve. Pairs well with coconut shrimp or white fish.
Notes
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Make in advance, chill then serve within 3 days.
- Freeze if desired; fresh is best.
Nutrition
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Terri Stewart says
This was a spur of the moment need for dipping sauce. I must say everyone enjoyed it. I’m glad I tried this one as it has now become my go-to for dipping sauce for my Coconut Shrimp.
Thanks for an awesome recipe!