Enjoy the taste of crispy fried coconut shrimp with this easy-to-follow recipe. The shrimp is coated in a deliciously crispy coconut breading and then deep-fried to perfection. It's the perfect appetizer or main course for any seafood lover. Serve it with your favorite dipping sauce for a tasty and satisfying meal. The combination of tender shrimp and crispy coconut coating creates a delightful texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying
- Dipping sauce of your choice
Directions
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.
- In a third shallow dish, combine the shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each shrimp into the flour mixture, then the beaten eggs, and finally the coconut breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place the coated shrimp on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the shrimp in batches for about 2 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the cooked shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
