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Coconut Shrimp Recipe

Coconut Shrimp Recipe: Crispy Bites to Wow Your Tastebuds

Experience irresistible flavor with this Coconut Shrimp recipe that promises crispy bites and tropical delight.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 shrimp
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood, Tropical
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Breading
  • 1 pound Jumbo Shrimp deveined
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 tablespoon Seafood Seasoning Old Bay is a classic option
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Coating
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Milk or non-dairy milk
  • 1 cup Sweetened Flaked Coconut or unsweetened flakes
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
For Frying
  • 2 cups Peanut or Vegetable Oil for frying

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Ziploc bag
  • Shallow bowl
  • wax paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by placing the deveined jumbo shrimp in a large Ziploc bag. Add all-purpose flour, seafood seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Seal the bag and shake it vigorously until each shrimp is well coated.
  2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the large eggs and coconut milk until smooth. Set it aside.
  3. In another bowl, combine sweetened flaked coconut with panko breadcrumbs. Stir well to ensure an even mix.
  4. Take each floured shrimp and dip it into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off before dredging in the coconut-panko mixture.
  5. Arrange the coated shrimp on a wax paper-lined pan and place them in the freezer for about 20 minutes.
  6. In a heavy Dutch oven, heat the peanut or vegetable oil to 350°F. Carefully add the frozen shrimp, frying for about 2 minutes per side.
  7. Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer each Coconut Shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to soak up any excess oil.
  8. Enjoy your Coconut Shrimp immediately while they're still hot and crispy, ideally paired with a sweet chili dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 4shrimpCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately and monitor oil temperature for crispy shrimp.

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