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Crispy Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

Craving a tropical escape? These air fryer coconut shrimp are your delicious passport to island flavors. Perfectly crispy on the outside, tender and succulent on the inside, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an impressive appetizer or main course. The magic lies in the air fryer, which delivers that coveted golden-brown crunch without deep frying, and the irresistible combination of sweet coconut and savory shrimp. Paired with a zesty orange-soy dipping sauce, these coconut shrimp a
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp (, peeled and deveined)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • 1/3 cup flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup coconut flakes
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup orange marmalade

Method
 

  1. Rinse and pat dry the shrimp. Season all sides of shrimp with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Prepare your dredging stations: In the first bowl, add flour. In the second bowl, whisk the eggs. In the third bowl, combine coconut flakes and bread crumbs. Coat each shrimp first in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat thoroughly with the coconut/bread crumb mixture.
  3. Lightly coat your air fryer basket with oil spray. Arrange the coated shrimp in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd. Cook in batches if necessary. Lightly spray the tops of the coated shrimp with oil.
  4. Air Fry at 380°F (190°C) for 10-14 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crispy. Flip after 8 minutes if needed for even cooking. Cooking times may vary based on shrimp size.
  5. Prepare the Dipping Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the orange marmalade, rice vinegar, and soy sauce until smooth. Set aside.
  6. Serve the crispy coconut shrimp immediately with the dipping sauce.

Notes

- Ensure shrimp are completely dry before coating for best adhesion.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches for maximum crispiness.
- Adjust cooking time based on the size of your shrimp.
- For extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the bread crumb mixture.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.