Description
Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp is a tropical delight that delivers the perfect crunch and a burst of flavor in every bite. This easy-to-make dish features succulent shrimp coated in coconut and panko breadcrumbs, making it an ideal appetizer or party snack. Serve them with a zesty dipping sauce for a taste that will transport you to sunny shores. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, these golden nuggets are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup sweetened or unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Set up your breading station: one bowl with beaten eggs, another with panko mixed with salt and pepper, and the last bowl filled with coconut flakes.
- Dip each shrimp into the egg mixture, coat with panko breadcrumbs, then roll in coconut flakes until fully covered.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange breaded shrimp in a single layer in the basket and cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- While cooking, prepare sweet chili sauce in a small bowl; add lime juice or cilantro if desired.
- Once cooked, let shrimp cool slightly before serving with dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp (120g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg