Coconut Shrimp in the Air Fryer: The Easy Way

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Looking for an easy way to make coconut shrimp in your air fryer? Look no further! This Easy Coconut Shrimp recipe is simple and straightforward and takes only minutes to prepare. Plus, the shrimp come out crispy and delicious every time. Serve them as an appetizer at your next party, or enjoy them as a main course with some rice and vegetables. No matter how you choose to serve them, these coconut shrimp are sure to be a hit!

Red Lobster Coconut Shrimp

One thing I love is coconut shrimp. I would stalk Red Lobster and wait for their endless shrimp promotion so I could skip the salad and potato (they would go right into a box for home) and stuff myself with coconut shrimp, shrimp scampi, and wood-fired shrimp on a skewer.

It is no secret that prices are climbing even at your local grocery store. That means restaurants are raising their prices also and that weekly “date night” is getting kind of expensive. A few years ago, I started making my own coconut shrimp at home. It is easy and so much cheaper!

What kind of Shrimp do you want?

I have used both fresh and frozen shrimp with this easy coconut shrimp recipe. If you are using frozen shrimp, make sure they are thawed and thoroughly towel-dried before coating them in the batter.

What kind of sauce do I serve with this easy coconut shrimp recipe?

I like to serve my coconut shrimp with a dipping sauce. I have used a variety of sauces with this recipe, including sweet and sour sauce, chili sauce, and even honey mustard. However, you can use whatever dipping sauce you prefer.

My favorite? Take a small can of crushed pineapple and a can of pina colada mix. Mix those two together well and serve as a dipping sauce. DELISH!

Air Fryer Easy Coconut Shrimp Recipe Ingredients:

• 16 oz large shrimp (about 16 to 20), peeled to the tail
• 2 egg whites
• 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• spray can of olive oil

How to Make Coconut Shrimp the Easy Way:

Set the shrimp on a flat surface that is covered with paper towels and pat the shrimp dry.

Place the eggs in a small bowl/shallow dish and whisk to scramble them.

In a separate bowl, combine your panko bread crumbs, shredded coconut, and seasonings until they are blended well.

Preheat your air fryer to 400F.

Dredge each piece of shrimp first in the scrambled egg, and finally press it into the breadcrumb-coconut mixture to coat all sides of it.

Place the shrimp on a plate and set it to the side until all your shrimp is coated.

Place the shrimp in the basket of your air fryer – keep it to one layer, you may have to air-fry the shrimp in two batches, air fry for 6 minutes, flipping the shrimp halfway through.

FAQs for our Easy Coconut Shrimp Recipe

Q: I am using frozen shrimp, do I need to thaw them first?

A: Normally you can cook frozen shrimp without a problem. This changes if you are making a breaded product. If you are using frozen shrimp, make sure they are thawed and thoroughly towel-dried before coating them in the batter.

Q: Can I use a different bread crumb?

A: Yes, you can use whatever bread crumbs you like. I have used both panko and Italian style.

Q: Can I use a different seasoning?

A: Yes, you can use any seasoning that you like. My favorites are Old Bay and Cajun seasoning. Alternatively, if you want it to be sweeter, you could use a sprinkle of sugar in the bread crumb mixture.

Q: I don’t have an air fryer, can I bake these in the oven?

A: Yes, you can bake these in the oven at 400 degrees for about 12-15 minutes. Make sure to flip them halfway through.

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