Description
Crispy coconut shrimp is a tropical treat that transports your taste buds to sun-soaked shores! With a crunchy, golden-brown coating of unsweetened coconut flakes enveloping juicy shrimp, this dish is perfect for any occasion—whether as an appetizer or a main course. Serve it alongside a zesty dipping sauce to elevate the flavors and impress your guests at casual dinners or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (16–20 count), peeled and deveined
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prep the shrimp by washing and patting them dry.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour mixed with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with coconut flakes.
- Dredge each shrimp in the flour, dip in the egg, then coat generously in coconut flakes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering (about 350°F).
- Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 140mg