Insanely Delicious Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
Coconut shrimp are insanely delicious! One of the best appetizers out there, these mouthwatering air fried coconut shrimp are crispy, lightweight and completely delightful! This appetizer is one that is sure to have your guests coming back for more!
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 pound tail on large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup flaked unsweetened coconut
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika optional
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Beat 2 large eggs in a small bowl and set aside. Combine ½ cup panko breadcrumbs and 1 cup flaked unsweetened coconut in another bowl and set aside. Lastly, combine ½ cup all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon paprika, and salt and freshly ground black pepper in a 3rd bowl.
- Dip 1 pound tail on large 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 in the basket of the air fryer. Cook at 360 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through or until shrimp is cooked.
Nutrition
Calories: 345kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 236mg | Sodium: 741mg | Potassium: 320mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 462IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 3mg
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