Tropical Red Lobster Coconut Shrimp Recipe
Indulge in crispy coconut shrimp – a flavorful blend of seasoned flour, egg, coconut, and breadcrumbs, fried to golden perfection. Perfect for any occasion, pair with your favorite dip or salad!
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Calories: 350kcal
Servings: 6
Equipment
- Large Bowl
- Medium-sized shallow bowl
- Baking sheet or plate
- Large non-stick or stainless steel skillet
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp milk
- 1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1/3 cup flour
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut
- 1/3 cup coconut oil
Instructions
- Combine shrimp, flour, paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl, tossing until coated.
- Whisk together egg and milk in a medium-sized shallow bowl.
- In a second shallow bowl, mix shredded coconut, Panko breadcrumbs, and salt.
- Dip flour-coated shrimp in the egg mixture, then coat completely in the coconut/breadcrumb mixture.
- Place coated shrimp on a baking sheet or plate.
- Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook shrimp for 2 minutes on each side until golden and curled.
- Drain cooked shrimp on paper towels and repeat with remaining shrimp. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 700mg | Potassium: 350mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2.5mg