Crispy Coconut Shrimp is a delightful dish that combines the sweetness of coconut with the savory flavor of shrimp, resulting in a crunchy and flavorful bite. It's a perfect appetizer or main course for seafood lovers.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

• 2 large eggs

• 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut

• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

• 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper

• Vegetable oil, for frying

• Lime wedges, for serving

Directions

1. Prepare the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.

2. Set Up Breading Stations:

   • In a shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour.

   • In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.

   • In a third shallow dish, combine the shredded coconut, panko breadcrumbs, salt, and white pepper.

3. Coat the Shrimp:

   • Dredge each shrimp in the flour, shaking off excess.

   • Dip into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off.

   • Roll in the coconut-panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

4. Fry the Shrimp:

   • Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Once the oil is hot, carefully add the shrimp in batches, frying for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.

   • Transfer the cooked shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

5. Serve:

   • Arrange the shrimp on a serving platter.

   • Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 534 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 26 g

• Protein: 31 g

• Fat: 33 g

• Saturated Fat: 11 g

• Cholesterol: 390 mg

• Sodium: 1896 mg

• Potassium: 256 mg

• Fiber: 2 g

• Sugar: 2 g

• Vitamin A: 180 IU

• Vitamin C: 17 mg

• Calcium: 209 mg

• Iron: 4.8 mg