AIR FRYER COCONUT SHRIMP

1. AIR FRYER COCONUT SHRIMP Crispy air fryer coconut shrimp is a great appetizer recipe to share all year long. From New Years, Thanksgiving, Holidays and Game Day this easy recipe for coconut shrimp in the air fryer is a keeper throughout the year. What makes air frying this popular appetizer so amazing is that they cook really crispy. The hot circulating air is a great way to cook the shrimp all the way through with a crispy outside texture. It takes minutes to make a quick batch of air fried coconut shrimp for your next gathering. Or it can be a simple dinner too if you’re craving a seafood side dish. Use fresh shrimp for best results. The flavor and texture of the shrimp tastes so much better when you air fry with fresh shrimp. Shrimp varies so much in size, so your timing will vary too! Check the shrimp to make sure it’s cooked through and the crust isn’t burnt. After you make your first batch, you’ll know what the best timing is for the shrimp you bought. INGREDIENTS FOR THE COCONUT SHRIMP 1 lb. (454 g) large shrimp , peeled and deveined 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) garlic powder salt , to taste black pepper , to taste 1/3 cup (42 g) flour 2 eggs 1/2 cup (43 g) sweetened coconut flakes 1/2 cup (54 g) bread crumbs

2. FOR THE DIPPING SAUCE: 1/4 cup (80 g) orange marmalade 1 Tablespoon (15 ml) chili garlic sauce , or to taste 1 Tablespoon (15 ml) rice vinegar 1 teaspoon (5 ml) soy sauce EQUIPMENT I use my Toshiba air fryer INSTRUCTIONS 1. Rinse and pat dry the shrimp. Season all sides of shrimp with paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper. 2. You’ll need 3 bowls: In first bowl, add the flour. In second bowl, whisk together eggs. In third bowl combine coconut flakes and bread crumbs. Coat shrimp in flour mixture, then dip in egg mixture, then coat the shrimp with the coconut/bread crumb mixture. 3. Coat the air fryer basket/tray with oil spray. Lay the coated shrimp in a single layer (cook in batches if needed). Lightly spray coated shrimp with oil. 4. Air Fry at 380°F for about 10-14 minutes or until the crust is golden brown, flipping after 8 minutes if needed for even cooking. Cooking times will vary depending on shrimp size. Cooked coconut shrimp in air fryer basket 5. For the Dipping Sauce: Whisk together the all of the dipping sauce ingredients (marmalade, chili garlic sauce, rice vinegar, and soy sauce) until smooth. Set aside until ready to serve with the coconut shrimp.