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Easy Coconut Shrimp

Crispy Easy Coconut Shrimp that Will Wow Your Guests

These Easy Coconut Shrimp are a breezy dish to prepare, featuring a crispy coating that will impress your guests.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut Unsweetened can be used
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For extra crunchiness
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour works as an alternative
  • 2 large Large Eggs Whisked with salt and black pepper
For Frying
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with canola or peanut oil

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Shallow Bowls
  • Slotted spoon
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Coconut Shrimp
  1. In a shallow bowl, combine sweetened shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs. In another bowl, place all-purpose flour, and in a third bowl, whisk together large eggs with salt and black pepper.
  2. Dredge each large shrimp in the flour, then dip into the egg mixture, followed by the coconut-panko blend, pressing gently to adhere.
  3. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
  4. Carefully add shrimp to the hot oil, frying for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Use a slotted spoon to transfer shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 16gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with sweet chili sauce or mango salsa for dipping. Can be prepped in advance and fried just before serving.

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