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Creamy Coconut Shrimp: Discover the Easy Recipe Here!

A delicious and easy recipe for creamy coconut shrimp, perfect for a quick meal or appetizer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup shredded coconut sweetened or unsweetened
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for heat
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
  2. In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs until well combined.
  3. In a third shallow bowl, mix the shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs together.
  4. Dip each shrimp first into the flour mixture, coating it evenly. Shake off any excess flour.
  5. Next, dip the shrimp into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
  6. Finally, coat the shrimp in the coconut and panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place the coated shrimp on a plate.
  7. In a large skillet, heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  8. Fry the shrimp in batches, cooking for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
  9. Transfer the cooked shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  10. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 24gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a healthier option, bake the shrimp at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through.
  • Experiment with different spices in the flour mixture, such as curry powder or chili powder, for a unique flavor twist.

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