Easy Coconut Shrimp
Easy Coconut Shrimp is a tropical delight that brings the sunny beach vibes right to your kitchen. These crispy, golden shrimp are coated in a sweet coconut crust, offering a succulent bite that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether served as an elegant appetizer or a main course, this dish will surely impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds with every crunchy bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Set Up Breading Station: In three shallow bowls, place flour, beaten eggs, and mix coconut flakes with salt and pepper.
- Bread the Shrimp: Coat each shrimp in flour, dip in egg wash, then roll in coconut mixture until fully covered.
- Heat the Oil: In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Frying Time: Cook shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain Excess Oil: Transfer cooked shrimp onto paper towels to absorb excess oil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 5 shrimp (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, substitute panko breadcrumbs for all-purpose flour. Add cayenne pepper to the coconut mixture for a spicy kick. Serve with sweet chili sauce or mango salsa for a refreshing twist.