Crispy Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp: 10 Minute Tropical Treat
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Enjoy delicious crispy coconut shrimp made easily in your air fryer. This recipe brings a touch of the tropics to your table with minimal effort.
- Author: Mei Sprout
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow dish, combine the shredded coconut, panko breadcrumbs, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- In another shallow dish, whisk the eggs.
- Dip each shrimp into the beaten eggs, letting any excess drip off.
- Dredge the egg-coated shrimp in the coconut mixture, pressing gently to ensure it adheres.
- Arrange the coated shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You may need to cook in batches.
- Lightly spray or brush the shrimp with olive oil.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can double-coat the shrimp.
- Ensure shrimp are in a single layer for even cooking and crisping.
- Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: Approximately 350-400
- Sugar: Approximately 10-15g
- Sodium: Approximately 400-500mg
- Fat: Approximately 15-20g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 10-12g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 5-8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 30-35g
- Fiber: Approximately 2-3g
- Protein: Approximately 20-25g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 150-200mg