Ingredients
– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
– 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
– 1/2 cup cornstarch
– 2 large eggs
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon paprika
– 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for a spicy kick)
– Cooking oil for frying
Instructions
Creating Coconut-Crusted Shrimp is straightforward. Just follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
2. Set Up the Breading Station: In one bowl, place cornstarch. In a second bowl, beat the eggs and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. In a third bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs and shredded coconut.
3. Coat the Shrimp: Dredge each shrimp in the cornstarch first, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it into the egg mixture and then coat it thoroughly with the panko-coconut mixture.
4. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat about 1/4 inch of cooking oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
5. Fry the Shrimp: Carefully place the breaded shrimp in the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Drain Excess Oil: Once cooked, remove the shrimp from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
7. Repeat: Repeat the frying process with the remaining shrimp, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
8. Serve Immediately: Enjoy the shrimp while they’re hot and crispy, garnished with fresh herbs as desired.
These steps will guide you to create an incredible Coconut-Crusted Shrimp dish effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5–10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 16g
- Protein: 25g