Description
Crispy, golden coconut shrimp with a sweet and tangy dipping sauce. This easy recipe takes minimal effort and delivers maximum flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail-on)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sweetened coconut
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
- Mix flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl.
- Whisk eggs and water in another bowl.
- Combine coconut and panko in a third bowl.
- Coat shrimp in flour, then dip in egg, and press into coconut mixture.
- Heat 1 inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh or thawed frozen shrimp for best results.
- For extra crunch, toast the coconut before breading.
- Serve with sweet chili sauce or mango salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American