Crispy Coconut Shrimp
Crispy Coconut Shrimp are a tropical delight that brings the flavors of the beach right to your kitchen. These succulent shrimp are coated in a crunchy mixture of coconut and panko breadcrumbs, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and savory notes. Ideal for parties or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-follow recipe guarantees a crowd-pleasing experience that will have everyone reaching for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Set up your breading station with three bowls: one with flour (seasoned with salt and pepper), one with beaten eggs, and one with a mix of panko breadcrumbs and coconut flakes.
- Dredge each shrimp in flour, dip into eggs, then roll in the coconut-panko mixture until fully coated.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat oil in a pan for frying.
- For baking, place shrimp on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spray lightly with cooking spray, and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. For frying, cook each side for about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg