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Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp Recipe

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  • Author: Ivy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8-9 minutes
  • Total Time: 18-19 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp recipe offers a crispy, golden-brown shrimp coated in a crunchy coconut and panko crust. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's a quick and delicious appetizer or main dish perfect for any occasion. Served with optional sweet chili dipping sauce, these shrimp combine tropical flavors with an easy, healthier cooking method using an air fryer.

Ingredients

Shrimp Coating

  • 1 pound 16-20 raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2/3 cup all purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs (beaten)
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • Olive oil spray

Dipping Sauce (Optional)

  • Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare Shrimp: Pat the peeled and deveined shrimp dry using a paper towel and season them lightly with salt and pepper to enhance their natural flavor.
  2. Set up Breading Stations: Place the all purpose flour in a small bowl for the first coating step.
  3. Prepare Egg Wash: Beat two large eggs and place them in a second bowl for dipping the shrimp after flouring.
  4. Mix Coconut Breadcrumb Mixture: In a third bowl, stir together the panko bread crumbs and unsweetened coconut flakes evenly to form the final coating mixture.
  5. Bread the Shrimp: Dip each shrimp first into the flour, ensuring a light coating, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly in the panko-coconut mixture to create a crunchy crust.
  6. Repeat Breading: Continue this process with the remaining shrimp until all are well coated.
  7. Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the coated shrimp in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding. Cook in batches if necessary to maintain crispiness.
  8. Apply Olive Oil Spray: Lightly spray the shrimp with olive oil spray to promote even browning and crisp texture during cooking.
  9. Air Fry the Shrimp: Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 8 to 9 minutes or until shrimp are fully cooked through and the coconut coating turns golden brown and crispy.
  10. Serve: Remove the shrimp immediately from the air fryer and serve hot with optional sweet chili dipping sauce on the side for an added flavor boost.

Notes

  • Ensure shrimp are not overcrowded in the air fryer to allow even cooking and crisping.
  • Use unsweetened coconut flakes to avoid added sugars in the coating.
  • If you don’t have a sweet chili dipping sauce, a simple mixture of mayonnaise and sriracha works well as an alternative.
  • For a low-fat version, use an olive oil spray sparingly or skip if your air fryer performs well without added oil.
  • Make sure shrimp are fully thawed and patted dry to help the coating adhere properly.

Find it online: https://ivysrecipes.com/air-fryer-coconut-shrimp-recipe/