Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Chinese Coconut Shrimp, where succulent shrimp are coated in a crunchy blend of coconut and panko breadcrumbs. This dish is perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal. With its perfect balance of sweet and savory, each bite transports you to a tropical paradise. Easy to prepare and adaptable for various dietary needs, this recipe promises to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large, deveined shrimp
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and setting up three shallow bowls: one with seasoned flour (salt and pepper), one with beaten eggs, and one with a mix of coconut flakes and panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each shrimp by first dipping it in the flour mixture, then into the egg wash, shaking off excess.
- Roll the shrimp in the coconut-panko mixture until well coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the shrimp for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Transfer cooked shrimp to paper towels to drain excess oil before serving hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg