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Crispy Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
β±οΈ Prep: 15 min π₯ Cook: 10 min π½οΈ Serves: 4
Golden, crunchy coconut shrimp from the air fryer β no deep frying, all the crisp.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp paprika
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Set up three bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and coconut mixed with panko, salt, and paprika.
- Dredge each shrimp in flour, dip in egg, then coat in the coconut mixture, pressing gently.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400Β°F (200Β°C) for 3 minutes.
- Arrange shrimp in a single layer, spray lightly with oil, and cook 8β10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden.
- Serve immediately with sweet chili sauce.
Tips
- Donβt crowd the basket β work in batches for maximum crisp.
- Press the coating on firmly so it sticks during cooking.
Published October 28, 2026