Name: Lightened Up Coconut Shrimp
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Other
Ingredients: 0.5 lb shrimp; 1 cup unsweetened coconut; 0.25 cup coconut flour; 2 eggs; 0.5 tsp salt

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Lightened Up Coconut Shrimp

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 eggs and salt.

In a separate bowl, fold shredded coconut and coconut flour. Dry shrimp with a paper towel.

Roll shrimp into egg and transfer to coconut mixture bowl. Cover and gently press coconut into the shrimp. Place shrimp on a baking sheet. Repeat until all shrimp have been coated. Note: leave space between shrimp so they will crisp and cook more evenly.

Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, turning once at the midway point. Serve.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Dry Your Shrimp Thoroughly 💧
Pat shrimp completely dry with paper towels before coating to ensure the coconut flour and unsweetened coconut adhere properly and crisp up evenly during cooking.
Toast Your Coconut First 🥥
Lightly toast the unsweetened coconut in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before mixing with coconut flour to deepen its flavor and prevent the coating from tasting bland or floury.
Use Egg Wash as Your Adhesive 🥚
Whisk eggs with a pinch of salt and lightly coat each shrimp before dredging in the coconut mixture to create an even, golden crust that locks in moisture and flavor.
Chill Before Cooking ❄️
Refrigerate coated shrimp for at least 15 minutes before cooking to help the coating set and prevent it from falling off during the cooking process.
Cook Low and Slow Over High Heat 🔥
Use medium heat rather than high to avoid burning the coconut coating while the shrimp cooks through—they typically need only 2-3 minutes per side to achieve a tender, perfectly cooked interior.