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Homemade Baked Coconut Shrimp Recipe

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This Homemade Baked Coconut Shrimp recipe features crispy, golden shrimp coated in a crunchy panko and shredded coconut mixture, baked to perfection with a buttery finish. It’s a delightful twist on classic shrimp that delivers a tropical flavor and a satisfying crunch, perfect for appetizers or a light meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 20 shrimp servings

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt

      • Wet Ingredients

      • 1 large egg
      • 2 tablespoons milk
      • 1/3 cup butter, melted

      Coating

      • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
      • 1 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)

      Main Ingredient

      • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the shrimp.
  2. Prepare Coating Stations: In three separate shallow bowls, set up the coating stations: combine the flour and salt in the first bowl; whisk the egg with milk in the second bowl; mix panko breadcrumbs and shredded coconut in the third bowl.
  3. Flour the Shrimp: Coat each shrimp evenly in the flour and salt mixture, ensuring a light coverage to help the wet batter adhere.
  4. Egg Wash: Dip the floured shrimp into the egg and milk mixture, coating thoroughly for the panko-coconut mixture to stick well.
  5. Coat with Panko and Coconut: Thoroughly cover each shrimp in the panko breadcrumb and shredded coconut mixture by spooning it on and gently pressing to adhere the coating.
  6. Arrange Shrimp on Baking Pan: Place the coated shrimp in a single layer on a lightly sprayed or lined cookie sheet or baking pan to prevent sticking.
  7. Drizzle with Butter: Evenly drizzle the melted butter over the coated shrimp to help them brown and crisp in the oven.
  8. Bake the Shrimp: Bake the shrimp in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are firm to the touch, and the coating is golden and crisp.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can broil the shrimp for the last 1-2 minutes of cooking—watch carefully to avoid burning.
  • Using unsweetened shredded coconut prevents the shrimp from becoming overly sweet.
  • Peeling and deveining the shrimp beforehand improves the texture and taste.
  • Serve with a tangy dipping sauce like sweet chili or mango chutney for a flavor boost.
  • Make sure the shrimp are evenly coated and spaced out on the pan to promote even baking and crispiness.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/homemade-baked-coconut-shrimp-recipe/