Description
A delightful treat that combines crispy, golden shrimp with a sweet and tropical coconut flavor, perfect for parties or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Set up your breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each shrimp in flour, then dip in egg, and finally roll in the coconut-breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat and fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use almond flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- Try using coconut flour for a more intense coconut flavor.
- If you prefer a dairy-free version, ensure your breadcrumbs are dairy-free.
- For added flavor, consider using flavored panko breadcrumbs, such as garlic or herb.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Coconut Shrimp, Tropical Appetizer, Fried Shrimp, Seafood Recipe