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Crispy Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp Recipe Easy Homemade Snack with Sweet Chili Sauce

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy coconut shrimp cooked in an air fryer, served with a homemade sweet chili sauce. Perfect as a snack or appetizer with a crunchy tropical twist.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail-on for easier handling)
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour (can substitute almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten (room temperature)
  • 1 cup (90 g) shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 1 cup (100 g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Cooking spray (for air fryer basket)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
  2. Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of shredded coconut, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Dredge each shrimp in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, letting extra drip off.
  4. Press the shrimp into the coconut-panko mixture, ensuring an even coating.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  6. Spray the air fryer basket lightly with cooking spray.
  7. Place shrimp in a single layer in the basket without crowding and spray tops lightly with cooking spray.
  8. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  9. While shrimp cooks, whisk together sweet chili sauce, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
  10. Serve shrimp immediately with the sweet chili sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before coating to ensure crispiness. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary. Flip shrimp halfway through cooking for even browning. Spray shrimp lightly with cooking spray to avoid sogginess. Clean air fryer basket regularly to prevent lingering smells. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour and panko with almond flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs. Can bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes if no air fryer is available.

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