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A bowl of fluffy fried rice topped with golden-brown Air Fryer Crispy Coconut Shrimp and chopped green onions.

Air Fryer Crispy Coconut Shrimp

Make crispy coconut shrimp in your air fryer. This recipe is quick, keto-friendly, and has a tropical flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 386
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coconut Shrimp
  • 1 lb medium raw shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1.5 cups unsweetened shredded coconut toasted
  • 0.5 cup almond flour
  • 0.25 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1 cup sweet chili sauce or your favorite dipping sauce

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. This helps the coating stick.
  2. In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs. In another shallow bowl, combine the shredded coconut, almond flour, parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Dip each shrimp first into the whisked eggs, letting any excess drip off. Then, dredge the shrimp in the coconut mixture, pressing gently to ensure it's fully coated.
  4. Arrange the coated shrimp in a single layer in your air fryer basket. You may need to work in batches to avoid overcrowding.
  5. Air fry at 380°F (190°C) for 8-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the shrimp is pink, cooked through, and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
  6. Let the shrimp rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 386kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 26gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 307mgSodium: 1567mgPotassium: 334mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 3798IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 114mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can lightly spray the coated shrimp with cooking spray before air frying. Ensure your shrimp are fully thawed if using frozen.

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