Outback Coconut Shrimp
Description
This Outback Coconut Shrimp recipe is guaranteed to bring a little bit of tropical flair to your kitchen! Whether you're hosting guests, planning a date night in, or just treating yourself—these shrimp are always a hit.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup shredded coconut, sweetened or unsweetened
- 1/2 cup dipping sauce, for serving, optional
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in a second bowl, and a mixture of panko and shredded coconut in a third bowl.
- Dredge each shrimp in flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly in the panko-coconut mixture.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Spray the basket with cooking spray. Arrange shrimp in a single layer and lightly spray the tops. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Frying Method: Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve the coconut shrimp warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 272kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 157mgSodium: 1198mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 280IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 81mgIron: 2mg