Sweet, tangy, and just a bit spicy – this is one of my favorite combinations. All these amazing flavors come together perfectly in Coconut Shrimp, a popular restaurant appetizer. Make this healthier version of Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp with your handy Air Fryer that bakes items with a fraction of the fat of frying.
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Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
Make this healthier version of the restaurant coconut shrimp appetizer. Your family will love the special treat.
Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
Ingredients
- 16 oz large shrimp about 16 to 20, peeled to the tail
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Oil for Spraying
Instructions
- Set the shrimp on a flat surface that is covered with paper towels. Pat the shrimp dry.
- Place the eggs in a shallow dish and whisk.
- Add Panko, coconut, and seasonings to a separate bowl. Mix to combine.
- Pre-heat the air fryer to 400F.
- Dredge each shrimp first in the egg mixture, and finally press it into the breadcrumb-coconut mixture to coat all sides.
- Bake shrimp for 5 minutes. Plan to make two batches.
Notes
Nutrition
For Dipping Sauce:
1/2 cup cherry or cranberry preserves
1 tsp chili powder
1/8 tsp red pepper.
Mix all to combine.
Set the shrimp on a flat surface that is covered with paper towels.
Pat the shrimp dry.
Place the eggs in a shallow dish and whisk.
Add Panko, coconut, and seasonings to a separate bowl. Mix to combine.
Pre-heat the air fryer to 400F.
Dredge each shrimp first in the egg mixture, and finally press it into the breadcrumb-coconut mixture to coat all sides.
Bake shrimp for 5 minutes. Plan to make two batches.
Serve shrimp with dipping sauce.
Weight Watchers Freestyle – 5 points each serving of shrimp. Dipping sauce – 1 pt per tablespoon.
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