Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp is a delicious and healthy appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is made with succulent shrimp coated in a crispy coconut breading and cooked to perfection in an air fryer. The result is a mouth-watering dish that is sure to impress your guests.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup of shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup of panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
To start, preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. In a shallow dish, mix together the shredded coconut, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.
Dip each shrimp into the beaten eggs, then coat it in the coconut mixture. Place the coated shrimp in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching each other. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the shrimp are golden brown and cooked through.
Once the shrimp are cooked, remove them from the air fryer and serve immediately. These Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp are best served with a sweet chili dipping sauce or a tangy cocktail sauce.
This dish is a perfect combination of crispy and juicy, with a sweet and savory flavor that will leave you wanting more. The coconut breading adds a tropical twist to the classic shrimp appetizer, making it a crowd-pleaser at any party or gathering.
Type: Appetizer, Seafood
Ingredients:
- Shrimp
- Coconut
- Panko breadcrumbs
Cooking Tips:
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit
- Make sure the shrimp are not touching each other in the air fryer basket
- Serve with a sweet chili dipping sauce or a tangy cocktail sauce
Appearance: Golden brown and crispy on the outside, juicy and succulent on the inside
Taste: Sweet and savory with a tropical twist from the coconut breading