How to Make Coconut Shrimp - A Step-by-Step Guide

Coconut shrimp is a delicious and crispy appetizer or main dish that is sure to be a hit at any gathering. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers, and its combination of sweet coconut and succulent shrimp makes for a memorable and satisfying meal. With its crispy, golden-brown exterior and tender, juicy shrimp inside, coconut shrimp is a delightful treat for the taste buds.

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour, divided
  • ⅔ cup beer
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 cups flaked coconut
  • 24 medium raw shrimp, shelled, deveined, with tails attached
  • 3 cups oil for frying

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 24 coconut shrimp

  • Line a baking sheet with wax paper; set aside.
  • Whisk together 1/2 cup flour, beer, egg, and baking powder in a medium bowl until smooth. Place coconut and remaining 1/4 cup flour in 2 separate bowls.
  • One at a time, hold shrimp by the tail and dredge in flour, shaking off excess. Dip in beer batter; allow excess to drip off. Roll in coconut, then place on the prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Working in batches, fry shrimp in hot oil, turning once, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Use tongs to remove shrimp to paper towels to drain.
  • Nutrition

    1166 cal.

    • Total Fat: 118g
    • Saturated Fat: 21g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 205mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Calcium: 78mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 125mg