These super easy baked coconut shrimp will deliver in a flavor so delicious they will be sure to be a favorite among all of your guests! They are golden and crispy and baked to perfection.
1poundlarge shrimpabout 25, peeled (tails left on), deveined
2largeeggs
1cupflaked unsweetened coconut
1/2cuppanko breadcrumbs
1/2cupall-purpose flour
1/2teaspoongarlic powder
1/2teaspoonpaprikaoptional
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Pre-heat oven to 425F Grease a cookie sheet with oil and set aside.
Beat eggs in a small bowl and set aside. Combine breadcrumbs and coconut in another bowl and set aside. Lastly, combine flour and spices in a 3rd bowl.
Dip shrimp in small batches in the flour mixture then the egg mixture (letting the excess drip off the shrimp and then coat in the coconut/breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
Place the shrimp on the baking sheet in a single layer. Lightly spray with nonstick spray or drizzle with oil. Bake until the shrimp are golden on the outside and opaque in the center, about 10 minutes.
Notes
Updated on August 2, 2021Originally Posted August 31, 2016