Description
Crispy and flavorful air fryer coconut shrimp coated in a crunchy panko and shredded coconut breading, served with a spicy and tangy sriracha mayo dipping sauce. A delicious appetizer or light meal that is easy to make and perfectly golden brown without deep frying.
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 lb. large tail-on shrimp, peeled and deveined
For the Dipping Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon Thai sweet chili sauce
Instructions
- Prepare Breading Stations: In a shallow bowl, season the all-purpose flour with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. In a second shallow bowl, combine the panko bread crumbs and shredded sweetened coconut. In a third shallow bowl, beat the eggs until smooth and blended.
- Bread the Shrimp: Working one shrimp at a time, first dip each shrimp into the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip the shrimp into the beaten eggs, followed by coating it evenly in the panko and coconut mixture, gently pressing to ensure the coating adheres well.
- Air Fry the Shrimp: Arrange the breaded shrimp in a single layer in the basket of the air fryer, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Cook at 400°F (204°C) for 7 to 9 minutes, or until the shrimp are golden brown and cooked through. Shake the basket or flip shrimp halfway through cooking for even results.
- Make the Dipping Sauce: While the shrimp cooks, in a small bowl combine mayonnaise, sriracha, and Thai sweet chili sauce. Mix thoroughly until the sauce is smooth and well blended.
- Serve: Arrange the cooked coconut shrimp on a serving platter and serve immediately with the prepared spicy sriracha mayo dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
- To ensure even cooking, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket and cook shrimp in batches if needed.
- For a spicier kick, adjust the amount of sriracha in the dipping sauce to taste.
- You can substitute sweetened shredded coconut with unsweetened if you prefer less sweetness.
- Use tail-on shrimp for easier handling and a nicer presentation, but peeled shrimp can be used as well.
- Serve immediately after air frying for the crispiest texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 4 oz shrimp with sauce)
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
