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Coconut Shrimp

These coconut shrimp are jumbo shrimp rolled in a sweet and savory coating, then deep fried to golden brown perfection. A restaurant style appetizer or main course that's super easy to make at home.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 326 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds jumbo shrimp devein and peel but leave tails on
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 3 eggs beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups finely shredded coconut the sweetened variety
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • oil for frying
  • 3/4 cup Sweet chili sauce
  • Cilantro for garnish optional

Instructions

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  1. Place the flour in a medium size bowl along with the salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
  2. Place the eggs in a second bowl. In a third bowl, add the coconut and breadcrumbs and mix until combined.
  3. Dip each shrimp first into the flour, then into the egg, then roll in the coconut mixture to coat evenly. Place each breaded shrimp on a sheet pan. Repeat the process until all shrimp are breaded.
  4. Heat 3 inches of oil in a deep large pot to 350 degrees F.
  5. Add 6 shrimp at a time and cook for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Repeat the process with the remaining shrimp.
  7. Place the shrimp on a plate. Serve immediately with sweet chili sauce and garnish with cilantro leaves if desired.

Notes

  • Use a thermometer to make sure your oil is at the correct temperature. You want your oil to be between 350 and 375 degrees F. If your oil is too hot, the coating might burn. If your oil is too cold, the breading will absorb more of the oil and become greasy.
  • Buy the largest shrimp you can afford – I used jumbo shrimp at 16/20 count per pound.

Nutrition Information

Calories 326kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 36g (72%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 462mg (154%) Sodium 688mg (29%) Potassium 182mg (5%) Sugar 15g (30%) Vitamin A 120IU (2%) Vitamin C 6.2mg (7%) Calcium 250mg (25%) Iron 4.6mg (26%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 326

% Daily Value*

Calories 326kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 36g 72%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 462mg 154%
Sodium 688mg 29%
Potassium 182mg 4%
Sugar 15g 30%
Vitamin A 120IU 2%
Vitamin C 6.2mg 7%
Calcium 250mg 25%
Iron 4.6mg 26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.