Description
Coconut Crisp Shrimp with Springy Rice is a tropical-inspired seafood dinner featuring crispy panko and coconut-coated shrimp served over fragrant lime and herb rice. This easy homemade shrimp recipe is perfect for weeknights or special gatherings and offers the perfect balance of crunch, flavor, and freshness. A must-try for shrimp lovers looking for a new go-to meal.
Ingredients
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying
1.5 cups white rice, uncooked
1 tablespoon lime zest
2 tablespoons lime juice
0.25 cup chopped green onions
0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
1. Cook the white rice according to package instructions. Once done, fluff with a fork and mix in lime zest, lime juice, green onions, and cilantro. Set aside and keep warm.
2. Prepare three bowls: one with seasoned flour (salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika), one with beaten eggs, and one with panko mixed with shredded coconut.
3. Pat the shrimp dry. Dredge each shrimp in flour, then egg, and finally coat in the panko-coconut mix. Press firmly to adhere the coating.
4. In a large skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry shrimp in batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
5. To serve, plate a scoop of the springy rice and top with several pieces of crispy shrimp. Serve hot and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Make sure shrimp are dry before breading to help the coating stick better.
Use sweetened coconut for that signature crispy and slightly sweet crust.
Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure even crisping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American, Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 180mg