Coconut Shrimp
Coconut shrimp is a tropical delight that combines sweet coconut flakes with succulent shrimp, perfect as an appetizer or main course.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Oil for frying
- Dipping sauce sweet chili or mango sauce
Instructions
- Rinse and pat shrimp dry.
- Mix flour with salt, pepper, and garlic powder in one bowl.
- Whisk the eggs in a second bowl.
- Combine shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Dredge shrimp in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Dip shrimp into the beaten eggs.
- Coat shrimp with the coconut-panko mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove shrimp and let them drain on paper towels before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 2g