Best 11 Coconut Crusted Shrimp On The Bbq Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes tantalize the taste buds quite like coconut crusted shrimp. Originating from the tropical havens of Southeast Asia, where flavors dance in vibrant harmony, this dish has captivated hearts and palates around the world. Its golden-brown exterior, adorned with delicate coconut flakes, encases tender and succulent shrimp, offering a symphony of textures and flavors. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, seeking a taste of the tropics, or simply craving a delectable seafood treat, this recipe will guide you through the steps to create the perfect coconut crusted shrimp, transforming your backyard into a culinary haven.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COCONUT-CRUSTED SHRIMP



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Dijon mustard helps the coating of panko breadcrumbs and shredded coconut stick to the shrimp in this tropical-inspired dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, roughly chopped
1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
2 large egg whites
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left on
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Set a wire rack in a rimmed baking sheet.
  • In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium. Add panko and toast, stirring, until golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer panko to a medium bowl; stir in coconut. In another medium bowl, whisk together Dijon, curry powder, and egg whites.
  • Dip shrimp in Dijon mixture, then coat with panko mixture, gently pressing to adhere. Place shrimp on rack and bake until opaque throughout, 10 to 12 minutes. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 4 g

COCONUT SHRIMP I



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These crispy shrimp are rolled in a coconut beer batter before frying. For dipping sauce, I use orange marmalade, mustard and horseradish mixed to taste.

Provided by LINDAV10

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Shrimp

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 egg
½ cup all-purpose flour
⅔ cup beer
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups flaked coconut
24 shrimp
3 cups oil for frying

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, combine egg, 1/2 cup flour, beer and baking powder. Place 1/4 cup flour and coconut in two separate bowls.
  • Hold shrimp by tail, and dredge in flour, shaking off excess flour. Dip in egg/beer batter; allow excess to drip off. Roll shrimp in coconut, and place on a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, heat oil to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) in a deep-fryer.
  • Fry shrimp in batches: cook, turning once, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown. Using tongs, remove shrimp to paper towels to drain. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 67.5 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 240.8 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

COCONUT CRUSTED SHRIMP



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Make and share this Coconut Crusted Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Alia55

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

24 large shrimp, peeled with tail on
2 eggs
1 teaspoon hot chili flakes
1/2 cup flaked coconut
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat a large pot of oil to 350 degrees F.
  • Butterfly the shrimp by cutting down the center back of the shrimp, do not to cut all the way through.
  • Open and flatten the two halves like a book, so that it resembles a butterfly.
  • Remove the vein.
  • Make an egg wash by whisking the eggs together with the chili flakes and a little water.
  • Season shrimp with salt and pepper.
  • Dip the butterflied shrimp into the egg wash and then coat in coconut.
  • Deep fry in hot oil until golden and crispy and shrimp is cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 20.9, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 28.3, Sodium 20.1, Carbohydrate 0.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.7, Protein 2

COCONUT-CRUSTED FRIED SHRIMP



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Categories     Shellfish     Appetizer     Fry     Cocktail Party     Dinner     Coconut     Seafood     Shrimp     Summer     Poker/Game Night     Deep-Fry     Party     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

24 uncooked jumbo shrimp (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled, deveined, tails left intact
1/3 cup cornstarch
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
3 large egg whites
Vegetable oil (for deep-frying)
Pineapple-Apricot Salsa

Steps:

  • Using small sharp knife and starting at top of inward curve just below tail, butterfly shrimp, cutting each more than halfway through toward outward curve (do not cut shrimp in two). Open each shrimp (as for book) and press slightly to flatten. Mix cornstarch, salt and cayenne in medium bowl. Place coconut in pie dish. Beat egg whites in another medium bowl until frothy. Dredge shrimp in cornstarch mixture; shake off excess. Dip shrimp into egg whites, then press shrimp into coconut; turn shrimp over and press into coconut again to coat both sides.
  • Pour enough oil into heavy large pot to reach depth of 2 inches; heat to 350°F. Working in batches, add shrimp to hot oil; deep-fry until cooked through, about 1 minute. Using tongs or slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to paper towels to drain. Arrange shrimp on platter. Serve with Pineapple-Apricot Salsa for dipping.

CRISPY CURRIED COCONUT SHRIMP



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Provided by Mary Nolan

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup shredded, sweetened coconut flakes
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 egg whites
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
Lime wedges, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a food processor, pulse the coconut until coarsely ground and transfer to a shallow bowl. Mix coconut with bread crumbs, curry powder, and salt, and set aside. Beat egg whites until slightly foamy. Dip shrimp in egg whites and coat with coconut mixture. Repeat to form a double coating. Place shrimp on rack placed within a sheet pan and bake for 10 minutes. Garnish with lime wedges and serve.

COCONUT CRUSTED SHRIMP ON THE BBQ



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Categories     Shellfish

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Olive oil
1 cup Panko
1/2 cup shredded coconut
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 egg whites
1 pound shelled and deveined shrimp
2 limes cut into wedges
Thai chili sauce

Steps:

  • 1. Mix the panko and shredded coconut and set aside. 2. Mix the curry powder into the egg whites and set aside. 3. Pat the shrimp dry. Place a shrimp in the egg white mixture, then dreg in the panko crumb mixture. Shake off excess and place on a chilled platter. 4. Place ceramic Emile Henri grill inside Webber gas grill and turn controls to HHH for 7 minutes. Add olive oil and let heat up for 4-5 minutes more. 5. Place shrimp on ceramic grill and grill for 5 minutes for large shrimp, turning half way. Adjust cooking time for smaller size and remember that the cooking process continues once you take them off the grill. 6. Serve with rice, Thai chili sauce and a fresh salad. Garnish with lime slices.

COCONUT CRUSTED VOODOO SHRIMP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 3 skewers

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 cups canola oil, for frying
1 egg roll wrapper, cut into 1 1/2-inch wide strips
3 ounces lump crabmeat
3 ounces Japanese seaweed salad
3 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 egg, beaten
3 ounces all-purpose flour
3 ounces Japanese (panko) bread crumbs
3 ounces shredded coconut
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Sweet and sour sauce, for dipping
Mango chutney, for dipping

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven or heavy bottomed pot, heat the oil to 325 degrees F.
  • Lay the eggroll wrapper strips on a cutting board. Top with 1-ounce each of crabmeat and seaweed salad. Place each shrimp on a wooden skewer and lay on the filled wrapper. Wrap the shrimp tightly in the egg roll skin, sealing the end with egg wash. Dredge each wrapped shrimp in flour, then in the egg wash again and finally in the mixture of shredded coconut, sesame seeds and bread crumbs. Deep-fry each skewer until they are golden brown and the shrimp are cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve with sweet and sour sauce and mango chutney for dipping.

COCONUT FRIED SHRIMP



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These crisp and crunchy shrimp make a tempting appetizer or a fun change-of-pace main dish. The coconut coating adds a touch of sweetness, and the tangy marmalade and honey sauce is excellent for dipping. -Ann Atchison, O'Fallon, MO

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/4 cups cornstarch
6-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1-1/2 cups cold water
1/2 teaspoon canola oil
2-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
Additional oil for deep-fat frying
1/2 cup orange marmalade
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Stir in water and oil until smooth. Place coconut in another bowl. Dip shrimp into batter, then coat with coconut. , In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry shrimp, a few at a time, for 3 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels., In a small saucepan, heat marmalade and honey; stir until blended. Serve with shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 906 calories, Fat 40g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 1193mg sodium, Carbohydrate 117g carbohydrate (58g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

GRILLED COCONUT SHRIMP



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A shrimp cocktail that is Asian in flavour. You can roast the shrimps in a 500ºF (260ºC) oven for 5 minutes or grill them on the barbecue or under the broiler. Prep time includes marinating time. Another winner from my current favourite Chef, Lucy Waverman.

Provided by Leslie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

13 ounces coconut milk
2 teaspoons green curry paste
1 tablespoon chopped gingerroot
1 tablespoon grated lime rind
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
2 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 lb large shrimp
salt
1/4 cup unsweetened coconut

Steps:

  • Place coconut milk in a skillet and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes until reduced by a quarter - it should be the consistency of heavy cream. Stir in the green curry paste, ginger, lime leaves, fish sauce and sugar. Cook another 5 to 6 minutes or until sauce is thickened and fragrant.
  • Stir in 1 tbsp each of mint and coriander and all of lime juice. Cool.
  • Divide sauce in half in 2 bowls. Season shrimp with salt and stir into half of sauce.
  • Marinate shrimp in sauce for 30 minutes. Reserve other half of sauce for dipping sauce.
  • Remove shrimps from marinade and discard marinade.
  • Preheat grill on high and grill shrimps about 1½ minutes per side or until pink and slightly curled. Cool. Stir in coconut and remaining mint and coriander to dipping sauce. Serve with shrimps.
  • Place shrimps on bamboo skewers, if desired.

BAKED COCONUT SHRIMP



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This crunchy coconut shrimp is baked instead of fried, and so easy! Great for dinner or as an appetizer. I serve with orange marmalade for dipping.

Provided by girlbob

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
⅓ cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups flaked sweetened coconut
3 egg whites, beaten until foamy

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Rinse and dry shrimp with paper towels. Mix cornstarch, salt, and cayenne pepper in a shallow bow; pour coconut flakes in a separate shallow bowl. Working with one shrimp at a time, dredge it in the cornstarch mixture, then dip it in the egg white, and roll it in the coconut, making sure to coat the shrimp well. Place on the prepared baking sheet, and repeat with the remaining shrimp.
  • Bake the shrimp until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center and the coconut is browned, 15 to 20 minutes, flipping the shrimp halfway through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Cholesterol 172.6 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 927.7 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

COCONUT SHRIMP



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Jumbo shrimp is big on flavor when field editor Marie Hattrup from the Dalles, Oregon gives it a tropical twist. Coconut offers subtle sweetness, and the fruity salsa is delightful as a dip.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

18 uncooked jumbo shrimp (about 1 pound)
1/3 cup cornstarch
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 large egg whites
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
Oil for deep-fat frying
APRICOT-PINEAPPLE SALSA:
1 cup diced pineapple
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup apricot preserves
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Lime wedges, optional

Steps:

  • Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact. Make a slit down inner curve of each shrimp, starting with the tail; press lightly to flatten. In a shallow dish, combine the cornstarch, salt and cayenne; set aside. In a bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Place the coconut in another shallow dish. Coat shrimp with cornstarch mixture; dip into egg whites, then coat with coconut., In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry shrimp, a few at a time, for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels., In a bowl, combine salsa ingredients. Serve with shrimp and, if desired, lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 552mg cholesterol, Sodium 677mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 75g protein.

Tips:

  • To ensure the shrimp is cooked evenly, use large shrimp of uniform size.
  • For a crispy coating, use unsweetened shredded coconut rather than coconut flakes.
  • Press the coconut firmly onto the shrimp to ensure it adheres properly.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can bake the shrimp in a preheated oven at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve the shrimp with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet chili sauce, tartar sauce, or cocktail sauce.

Conclusion:

Coconut-crusted shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe is sure to impress your guests with its flavorful and crispy coating. So next time you're looking for a new shrimp recipe, give this one a try!

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