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air fryer coconut shrimp recipe easy

Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp Recipe Easy & Deliciously Crispy

Try this easy air fryer coconut shrimp recipe! Juicy shrimp coated in crunchy coconut, perfect for your next family meal or appetizer.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup (100 g) unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a shallow dish, mix flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. In another shallow dish, whisk the eggs.
  4. In a third shallow dish, combine shredded coconut and breadcrumbs.
  5. Dip each shrimp first in the flour, then in the egg, and finally in the coconut-breadcrumb mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
  6. Arrange the shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer and spray lightly with cooking spray.
  7. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.

Notes

  • Serve with a dipping sauce like sweet chili or mango salsa.
  • For extra crunch, add more breadcrumbs to the coating mixture.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg

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