Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
Classic coconut shrimp gets a healthy makeover in the air fryer! Enjoy these crispy shrimp as a low-carb appetizer or entree. Tip: Do not crowd the shrimp in the air fryer. If they do not all fit comfortably in one layer in the air fryer basket, cook the shrimp in batches.
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- Prep time
- 12 min
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- Cook time
- 8 min
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- Servings
- 4 Servings
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- Serving size
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4 oz (about 6 shrimp)
Ingredients
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large raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 lb (20-30 shrimp
- 1 lb (20-30 shrimp
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egg whites (beaten)
- 2
- 2
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water
- 1 tbsp
- 1 tbsp
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whole-wheat panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup
- 1/2 cup
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unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/4 cup
- 1/4 cup
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ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
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turmeric
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
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ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
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salt
- 1/8 tsp
- 1/8 tsp
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nonstick cooking spray
- 1
- 1
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Directions
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Pat the shrimp dry using paper towels. Place the egg whites and water in a shallow bowl, whisking to combine.
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Combine the panko bread crumbs, coconut, cumin, turmeric, coriander, and salt in another shallow bowl.
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Dip the shrimp in the egg mixture, allowing the excess to drip back into the bowl, and then coat in the panko mixture. Place the coated shrimp on a wire rack. Repeat with all shrimp.
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Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray the shrimp with nonstick cooking spray for 2 seconds. Set the temperature to 400º F and air fry for 4 minutes. Turn the shrimp over. Air fry for 2 to 4 minutes, or until the shrimp are golden brown. Serve warm.
Reviews
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Very tasty but the coconut didn't stick hardly at all. But I will certainly try again. ????