Description
Chinese Coconut Shrimp is a delightful dish that combines crunchy, golden-brown shrimp with a sweet coconut coating, bringing tropical flavors to your table. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make recipe will impress your family and friends with its restaurant-quality flair. Serve it up fresh from the fryer alongside your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable experience that’s sure to have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare shrimp by rinsing and patting them dry.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, another with beaten eggs, and the last with coconut flakes.
- Dredge each shrimp in flour, dip into eggs, then roll in coconut flakes until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry coated shrimp for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 150mg