Air fryer coconut shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of the sweet coconut and the savory shrimp creates a unique and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone. Best of all, air fryer coconut shrimp is a relatively healthy dish, as it is cooked in an air fryer instead of being deep-fried. This makes it a great option for those who are looking for a healthier way to enjoy their favorite fried foods.
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AIR FRYER COCONUT SHRIMP
Coconut shrimp come out great in the air fryer, and are served with a simple spicy honey-lime dip.
Provided by SUSUMILLER
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood Shrimp
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Stir together flour and pepper in shallow dish. Lightly beat eggs in a second shallow dish. Stir together coconut and panko in a third shallow dish. Hold each shrimp by the tail, dredge in flour mixture, and shake off excess. Then dip floured shrimp in egg, and allow any excess to drip off. Finally, dredge in coconut mixture, pressing to adhere. Place on a plate. Coat shrimp well with cooking spray.
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place 1/2 the shrimp in the air fryer and cook about 3 minutes. Turn shrimp over and continue cooking until golden, about 3 minutes more. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
- Meanwhile, whisk together honey, lime juice, and serrano chile in small bowl for the dip.
- Sprinkle fried shrimp with cilantro and serve with dip.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 147.1 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 316.4 mg, Sugar 12.7 g
AIR-FRYER COCONUT SHRIMP
Panko crumbs give this spicy air-fryer coconut shrimp its crunch. It's perfect as an appetizer or for your main meal. —Debi Mitchell, Flower Mound, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat air fryer to 375°. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails on., In a shallow bowl, toss coconut with bread crumbs. In another shallow bowl, whisk egg whites, salt, pepper and hot sauce. Place flour in a third shallow bowl., Dip shrimp in flour to coat lightly; shake off excess. Dip in egg white mixture, then in coconut mixture, patting to help coating adhere. , Place shrimp in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook 4 minutes; turn shrimp and continue cooking until coconut is lightly browned and shrimp turn pink, another 4 minutes., Meanwhile, combine sauce ingredients in a small saucepan; cook and stir over medium-low heat until preserves are melted. Serve shrimp immediately with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 423 calories, Fat 10g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 440mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
AIR FRYER COCONUT SHRIMP
These air-fryer coconut shrimp are the perfect combination of savory and sweet. Serve with a sweet chile sauce, for dipping.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spray the basket of a 3.5-quart air fryer with cooking spray and set aside. Pat the shrimp dry between a couple of paper towels, then season with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper.
- Pulse the coconut and panko in a food processor until finely chopped and uniform in size. Transfer to a shallow bowl.
- Whisk the flour with 3/4 teaspoon salt and few grinds pepper in another shallow bowl or a baking dish. Whisk the eggs with a pinch salt in a third shallow bowl. Dip a shrimp in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess, then dip in the beaten egg. Dredge in the coconut-panko mixture, turning until evenly coated. Transfer to a large plate or a rimmed baking sheet and continue until all the shrimp are coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 385 degrees. Working in batches, place some of the shrimp in the fryer basket in a single layer, then spray lightly with more nonstick cooking spray. Cook until the shrimp are golden brown and cooked through, flipping halfway through, about 10 minutes.
- Serve the coconut shrimp with some sweet chile sauce for dipping.
AIR FRYER COCONUT SHRIMP RECIPE BY TASTY
This recipe for coconut shrimp is great for any occasion! It has all the classic flavors you love, air fried to crunchy perfection.
Provided by Aleya Zenieris
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, paprika, salt, cayenne, and black pepper.
- Place the shrimp on a cutting board and pat dry on both sides with a paper towel. Season on both sides with the spice blend.
- Add the flour, eggs, and coconut flakes to 3 separate shallow bowls. Add the panko to the bowl with the coconut flakes and mix to combine.
- Dredge the shrimp in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip the floured shrimp in the eggs, then in the panko-coconut mixture. Transfer the breaded shrimp to a clean cutting board or baking sheet.
- Liberally spray the shrimp on both sides with the coconut oil spray.
- Set the air fryer to 360˚F (182°C).
- Working in batches, place the shrimp into the basket of the air fryer, being careful not to overcrowd the basket. Cook the shrimp for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy on the outside and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Repeat with remaining shrimp.
- Squeeze the lime juice over the shrimp and season with salt to taste.
- Serve the shrimp immediately with sweet chili sauce or the sauce of your choice, for dipping.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 calories, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 31 grams, Sugar 25 grams
Tips:
- Choose the right shrimp: Medium-sized shrimp (21-25 count per pound) are ideal for this recipe, as they cook quickly and evenly in the air fryer.
- Make sure the shrimp is dry: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels before coating them in the coconut mixture. This will help the coating adhere and prevent the shrimp from becoming soggy.
- Use a light touch when coating the shrimp: Gently toss the shrimp in the coconut mixture until they are evenly coated. Avoid over-coating the shrimp, as this can make them heavy and greasy.
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for at least 5 minutes before cooking the shrimp. This will help ensure that the shrimp cooks evenly.
- Cook the shrimp in batches: Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cook the shrimp in batches, if necessary, to ensure that they cook evenly.
- Shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking: This will help the shrimp cook evenly and prevent them from sticking to the basket.
- Serve immediately: Air fryer coconut shrimp is best served immediately, while it is still hot and crispy.
Conclusion:
Air fryer coconut shrimp is a quick, easy, and delicious appetizer or main course. The shrimp are coated in a crispy coconut mixture and cooked to perfection in the air fryer. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
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