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Baked Coconut Shrimp

Crispy Baked Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Dip Delight

Enjoy the delightful crunch of Baked Coconut Shrimp, a healthier and easy appetizer perfect for gatherings.
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Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Tropical
Keyword: Baked Coconut Shrimp, Crispy Shrimp, easy recipe, Healthy Appetizer, Party Food, Sweet Chili Sauce
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Bowls

Ingredients

For the Breading

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour adds structure to the coating
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs for a light, airy crunch
  • 1 teaspoon Salt enhances flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper adds subtle heat
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne pepper for a kick

For the Shrimp

  • 1 pound Medium or jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 large Eggs acts as binding agent

For the Coconut Coating

  • 1 cup Shredded coconut provides tropical flavor
  • ½ cup Sweet chili sauce for dipping

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Gather your ingredients.
  • Create a triple bowl assembly: mix flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne in one; beaten eggs in another; and shredded coconut with panko in the third.
  • Coat each shrimp by dredging in flour, dipping in eggs, then rolling in the coconut-panko mixture. Repeat until all shrimp are breaded.
  • Place the breaded shrimp on the baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart.
  • Bake the shrimp for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve warm with a side of sweet chili sauce for dipping.

Notes

Use one hand for wet and one for dry ingredients while breading. Allow shrimp to bake undisturbed for even cooking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg