Crispy Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

5 from 1 vote

Crispy air fryer coconut shrimp is an easy take on the classic seafood dish. Sweet shredded coconut and juicy shrimp make the perfect appetizer or easy entree any time.

Prep Time15

Cook Time10

Total Time25

Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 319kcal

Author: Meaghan - The Quicker Kitchen

Ingredients

1/2 cup shredde coconut
3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1 cup canned coconut milk
1 lb large shrimp peeled & deveined, tails on (about 15 large shrimp)
salt & pepper

Instructions

To the bowl of a food processor fitted with the blade attachment, add the coconut & bread crumbs. Pulse a couple of times (2-3), then transfer the coating mixture to a waiting plate.
Lightly season the shrimp with salt & pepper, and then add them to a small mixing bowl filled with the coconut milk. Let them soak in the milk for 10 minutes.
Working in batches, trasnfer a few of the shimrp from the milk to the breading mix- turning the shrimp over and pressing in as needed to covered evenly on all sides. Repeat until all the shrimp are coated.
Lightly spray your air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray. Transfer the coated shrimp to the air fryer basket in a SINGLE layer. Lightly spray the tops of the shrimp with nonstick cooking spray.
Air fry the shrimp at 380° for 4 minutes. Then open the basket, spritz the shrimp again with nonstick spray, and cook for another 3-4 minutes more.
Cook in batches, if needed.
Serve the coconut shrimp warm with dipping sauce of choice.

Notes

Make sure to add the shrimp to the air fryer in a single layer, leaving room between the shrimp. This will ensure the breading gets crispy. Overcrowded shrimp may be soggy even after cooking.
Depending on the size of your air fryer you may need to work in batches.
This recipe easily doubles to serve a crowd.

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