Description
Indulge in the tropical delight of crispy coconut shrimp, where succulent shrimp meet a crunchy, golden-brown coating of coconut and panko breadcrumbs. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this dish is sure to impress with its delicious flavor and appealing presentation. Serve it with your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable culinary experience that brings beach vibes right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Oil for frying (about 2 cups)
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
- Set up three bowls: one with seasoned flour (salt and pepper), one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of coconut flakes and panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each shrimp in flour, dip in egg, then coat generously with the coconut-panko mix.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350?F (175?C).
- Fry shrimp in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 shrimp (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 160mg