Description
Indulge in the tropical delight of Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp with Dipping Sauce! This crispy, golden-brown dish features juicy shrimp coated in a sweet coconut and panko crust, bringing vibrant flavors to your table without the need for deep frying. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, these bites are sure to impress guests and satisfy cravings alike. Serve them with a zesty dipping sauce for an unforgettable culinary experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, whisked
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Dipping Sauce (optional): 1/4 cup mayonnaise + 1 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with a mix of panko breadcrumbs and coconut.
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper.
- Dredge shrimp in flour, dip in egg, then coat with the panko-coconut mixture.
- Arrange shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
- Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 190mg