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    Home » Recipes » Side dish » Air fryer Coconut shrimps

    Published: May 1, 2022 · Modified: May 24, 2022 by Maureen Celestine with Leave a Comment

    Air fryer Coconut shrimps

    Crisp, tender, and tasty, this air fryer coconut shrimps make a delicious snack or appetizer. Serve them with creamy mayo and sriracha dip or alongside potatoes with dill sour cream if you prefer.

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    a serving of coconut breaded shrimp made in an air fryer

    Why should you make this recipe?

    You should make this coconut bacon air fryer shrimps because it is;

    • Tasty
    • Ready in less than 20 minutes
    • Healthy
    • Enveloped in crunchy coconut bacon bits
    • Perfect snack idea for seafood lovers
    • You get to skip the oil required for frying the shrimps by making it in the air fryer.
    • Whether it is game day, movie night, or dinner, you can serve this coconut bacon air fryer shrimps as a snack or side. You can enjoy both fresh and frozen breaded shrimp in an air fryer!

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    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • How to make Coconut bacon shrimps in the oven
    • Variations
    • FAQ
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    Ingredients

    ingredient shot for coconut air fryer
    • Shrimp: if you can't find freshly caught shrimp, use a frozen one. I use a jumbo size. Feel free to use whatever size you have on hand.
    • All-purpose flour is used to help make the breading stick to the shrimp. I have made this recipe with only breadcrumbs, and it came out unbreaded if that's a word.
    • Bread crumbs: bread crumbs add an extra crunch to the breading. I like to use Italian-style bread crumbs for an added flavor.
    • Coconut flakes: unsweetened coconut shreds work best for this recipe since we already add brown sugar to the soy sauce.
    • Cajun seasoning: enhance the taste of the crumbs with cajun seasoning like "slap ya, mama," if you can't find this brand, it's okay to use any cajun seasoning that doesn't have a ton of salt. You can equally make one at home.
    • Lemon: use the zest of a lemon to add citrus flavor
    • Eggs: this acts as a binding for the flour and breadcrumbs.
    • Soy sauce: this adds an umami flavor to the shrimp

    See the recipe card for quantities.

    Instructions

    To make this coconut breaded air fryer shrimps, you'll need four wide bowls or two bowls with a large sheet pan to keep things moving quickly. 

    coconut air fryer process shot
    • Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray, then reheat at 400F for 8 mins.
    • First, you start by removing any excess water from the peeled shrimp. Pat with a paper towel, set aside.
    • Next, combine the soy sauce and brown sugar in one bowl. Whisk the egg in a different bowl, making sure there is room to dip the shrimp. Combine the coconut shreds, seasoning, bacon bits, and lemon zest and place on a sheet pan or wide bowl. Place the flour into a separate bowl or on the other half of the sheet pan.

    COAT THE SHRIMP

    • Dip the shrimp in the soy sauce mix, and tap slightly to remove excess liquid.
    • Toss the shrimp in the flour
    • Dip the shrimp in the egg mixture
    • Then toss in the coconut blend to coat thoroughly. 
    • Set aside on a cooling rack or directly into the air fryer basket as soon as you've coated half a dozen. 

    How to make Coconut bacon shrimps in the oven

    You can bake the shrimps in the oven if you don't have an air fryer. There are two ways to bake shrimp in the oven.

    One is by broiling the shrimps. Set the broiler on high, and line a sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Spray with cooking spray, then arrange the shrimp over the pan on a single layer. Broil for 4-5 minutes, flipping halfway through.

    breaded coconut airfryer shrimp in an air fryer about to be baked

    The other method is baking the shrimp in the oven.

    • Start by preheating the oven to 425°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Place a cooling rack on the sheet pan and spray with cooking oil. Line the breaded shrimp on a single layer on the sheet pan and bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Flip halfway through and spray with cooking spray.  

    If you love this recipe, then you have to try my baked lemon pepper chicken wings recipe. It is also an air fryer favorite.

    How to store crispy air fryer shrimp?

    There are so many ways you can store these shrimps. You can refrigerate the air fryer shrimps with coconut by refrigerating them in an air-tight container. They will last for up to 3 days. You can heat them in an air fryer to crisp them up again.

    breaded shrimp dipped in sriracha dip

    You can also freeze these shrimps. Place them in a single layer in a tray and flash freeze for about 4 hours. Take the tray out and transfer them to a plastic zip-lock bag. Freeze them for up to a month. You can reheat them in the air fryer without thawing them first.

    Variations

    If you are vegan or not a seafood lover, you can also make a look-alike shrimp recipe with king mushrooms or sturdy vegetables. There are many options out there to explore.

    What Equipment do you need for cooking shrimp in an air fryer?

    All you need is a premium quality air fryer. An air fryer is a fantastic product that has revolutionized cooking. It gives you perfectly cooked and crispy dishes without using oil. The air fryer has taken over the frying and baking techniques.

    What to pair with Coconut bacon Air fryer shrimp?

    This Air fryer shrimp recipe is versatile. As mentioned earlier, you can serve it as a snack or a side dish. Here are a few dishes you can pair with this recipe:

    •Dips and sauces: You can serve it with your favorite dips and sauces. Whether guacamole, ranch dip, cheese dip, or chili garlic sauce, you can choose whatever you love. I used a mayo-sriracha sauce combo, and it was divine.

    •Rice: Serve it with cooked rice. The crunch from the shrimp goes well with rice.

    •Noodles: You can also top noodles with air fryer shrimps for a mouthful of flavor.

    •Coleslaw: Serve it with refreshing green or red cabbage coleslaw.

    •French fries: French fries are a must with every snack. The crispy coconut shrimp in the air fryer and French fries are like bread and butter.

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long does it take to cook shrimp in an air fryer?

    It takes no more than 10 minutes to cook shrimp in an air fryer. Flip the shrimps halfway into the cook to get the best results.

    Can I put frozen shrimp in an air fryer?

    Yes, you can quickly cook frozen shrimp in an air fryer. It will take about 10 minutes to cook the frozen shrimp to perfection, and you don't have to thaw them first.

    I hope you give this crispy air fryer coconut shrimp recipe a try. Share a spoon with us on social media using the hashtag (#worldlytreat). We’d love to join the soirée. Don't forget to pin it for later. Chat soon?

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    Maureen

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    Airfryer Coconut shrimps

    Maureen Celestine
    Crisp, tender, and tasty, this coconut air fryer shrimps make a delicious snack or appetizer. Serve them with creamy mayo and sriracha dip if you prefer.
    4.64 from 11 votes
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    Prep Time 8 minutes mins
    Cook Time 12 minutes mins
    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Side Dish, sides
    Cuisine international
    Servings 4
    Calories 325.15 kcal

    Equipment

    • air fryer
    • baking sheet or bowl

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup all-purpose flour
    • ½ cup panko bread crumbs
    • ½ cup unsweetened desiccated coconut
    • ½ tablespoon cajun seasoning (I used slap ya mama)
    • 2 bacon strips , cooked, chopped to bits
    • Zest of 1 lemon
    • 2 large eggs , room temperature
    • 1 lb jumbo shrimp , peeled, deveined, tails intact.
    • Kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
    • ⅓ cup soy sauce
    • 1½ tablespoons brown sugar

    Instructions
     

    • Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray, then reheat at 400F for 8 mins.Place the flour in a shallow bowl or a baking sheet. 
    • Combine the bread crumbs, coconut flakes, bacon, cajun seasoning, and lemon zest and place on a sheet pan or wide bowl.
    • Pat dry the shrimp with a paper towel and set aside.
    • Next, combine the soy sauce and brown sugar in a bowl. Whisk the egg in a different bowl, making sure there is room to dip the shrimp.

    COAT THE SHRIMP

    • Dip the shrimp in the soy sauce mix, and tap slightly to remove excess liquid.
      Toss the shrimp in the flour.
      Dip the shrimp in the egg mixture.
      Then toss it in the coconut blend to coat completely. 
      Set aside on a cooling rack or place directly into the air fryer basket as soon as you’ve coated half a dozen. 

    BAKE

    • Place the shrimp on a single layer in the air fryer basket, spray with cooking oil, and bake for 10-12 minutes or until they are golden brown, making sure to flip the shrimp at intervals. Serve alongside a dipping sauce of your choosing
    Keyword 30 minutes or less recipe, air fryer coconut shrimp, air fryer shrimps, coconut breaded shrimp, shrimp recipes

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