Chinese Coconut Shrimp: An Amazing Ultimate Seafood Delight
Experience the tropical delight of Chinese Coconut Shrimp, a crispy and flavorful seafood dish that brings a touch of paradise to your dining table. This recipe features succulent shrimp coated in a crunchy blend of coconut and breadcrumbs, perfectly fried to golden perfection. Whether it’s a casual family meal or a festive gathering, these delightful bites are sure to impress everyone. The combination of sweet coconut and savory shrimp creates an irresistible flavor explosion, making them a must-try for seafood lovers. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces for an unforgettable culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs (seasoned with salt), and one for the coconut-breadcrumb mixture.
- Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder.
- Coat each shrimp in flour, dip into beaten eggs, then roll in the coconut-breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the coated shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer fried shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 pieces (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 385mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 150mg