GAME NIGHT BITES 3-WAYS: COCONUT SHRIMP RECIPE BY TASTY

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Game Night Bites 3-Ways: Coconut Shrimp Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: large shrimp, kosher salt, paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, all purpose flour, full fat coconut milk, large egg, lemon, panko breadcrumbs, unsweetened coconut flake, fresh thyme leaf, coconut oil, sea salt, sweet chili sauce, lemon wedge

Provided by Tayo Ola

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
⅓ cup all purpose flour
¾ cup full fat coconut milk
1 large egg
1 lemon, zested
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 cup unsweetened coconut flake
4 tablespoons fresh thyme leaf, divided. chopped
½ cup coconut oil, plus 2 tablespoons
sea salt, for garnish
sweet chili sauce, for serving
lemon wedge, for serving

Steps:

  • Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with the salt, paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, and flour until well coated.
  • In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, egg, and lemon zest.
  • In another medium bowl, combine the panko bread crumbs, coconut flakes, and 3 tablespoons thyme.
  • Working 1 at a time, hold a shrimp by the tail and dip in the coconut milk mixture, then roll in the coconut panko mixture to coat. Set on the prepared baking sheet.
  • In a 3-quart skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).
  • Working 4-6 at a time, add the shrimp to the hot oil and fry on each side for 2 minutes, or until golden brown. Transfer the shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with sea salt and the remaining tablespoon of thyme.
  • Serve the shrimp with sweet chili sauce and lemon wedges.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 853 calories, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 56 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 32 grams, Sugar 39 grams

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