Crispy Coconut Shrimp
Seafood

Crispy Coconut Shrimp

Take yourself on vacation. Plump shrimp wrapped in a sweet coconut-panko crust, air fried until golden, paired with a quick mango-lime dipping sauce. It's the appetizer that vanishes from the platter.

By JustAirFry KitchenMay 23, 2026

Prep Time

12 min

Cook Time

8 min

Servings

4

Calories

250

Difficulty

Medium

Ingredients

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Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    Pat shrimp dry. Set up dredging stations: flour, eggs, and coconut + panko + salt mixed together.

  2. 2

    Dredge each shrimp: flour → egg → coconut mix. Press to coat well.

  3. 3

    Spray basket and shrimp lightly with oil. Air fry at 380°F for 7–8 minutes, flipping halfway.

    Tip:Coconut burns fast — keep it at 380°F, not higher.
  4. 4

    Stir mango preserves and lime juice for a quick sauce.

  5. 5

    Serve shrimp hot with the mango-lime dip.

Pro Tips from the Kitchen

  • Unsweetened coconut keeps the shrimp savory — sweetened can burn.
  • Devein your shrimp for the prettiest presentation.
  • Sub apricot or pineapple preserves if mango isn't on hand.
Cuisinart Silicone Tongs (3-Piece Set)
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Cuisinart Silicone Tongs (3-Piece Set)

Perfect for flipping delicate shrimp without breaking the coating.

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