You might not have known you needed a baked coconut shrimp recipe, but I’m here to tell you: you need a baked coconut shrimp recipe, and it’s right here.
Baked coconut shrimp
Coconut shrimp is most likely what you think it is (unless you think it’s shrimp the size of a coconut, in which case… I’m sorry to disappoint): it’s a way of preparing shrimp where coconut has a starring role.
There are a few ways to prepare this dish, and all are pretty delicious (frying is probably most popular). However, this baked coconut shrimp recipe skips the complexity (and added fat) of nailing a perfect golden brown fry. Best of all, though, it doesn’t skimp on flavor.
Baked coconut shrimp recipe
This baked coconut shrimp recipe is just about the simplest way to a coconut shrimp dish. It’s not quite PB&J levels of simplicity, but it might be the next easiest thing. Check out these ingredients:
Coconut shrimp ingredients
- large raw shrimp
- coconut flakes (sweetened)
- bread crumbs
- flour
- eggs
- salt
- pepper
- garlic powder
- paprika
How do you make coconut shrimp from scratch?
- Gather all ingredients.
- Preheat the oven to 425.
- Cover a large baking sheet with a piece of tin foil and grease with a cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, mix together the flour and salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- In a second bowl, add the eggs. Use a fork to beat well.
- In a third bowl, mix together the coconut flakes and bread crumbs.
- Following an assembly line procedure, dip each piece of shrimp into the flour mixture bowl, then the beaten egg bowl, and then the coconut flakes bowl. Place coated shrimp on the baking sheet.
- Repeat the process until all shrimp are coated.
- Bake the shrimp at 425 for 10-12 minutes, until slightly brown and crispy.
- Let cool and then enjoy!
- Serve with rice, a sweet chili dipping sauce, or whatever you want.
How to store coconut shrimp
I promise you there’s a Tupperware container of these sitting in my fridge RIGHT NOW (whenever you’re reading this). The cooked shrimp lasts about 3 days in the refrigerator.
How to reheat coconut shrimp
Microwave works just fine for these, but an oven reheat might preserve the crispiness a bit better.
What goes with this Baked coconut shrimp recipe?
Most people expect some kind of dipping sauce when eating a stand-alone shrimp dish. I think a sweet chili recipe would be pretty perfect for this (maybe I’ll develop one!). As for sides, rice is a pretty automatic pairing, though these could be awesome on a salad as well.
is this baked coconut shrimp recipe healthy?
Especially considering the almost treat-like status of coconut shrimp, this recipe is absolutely healthy for me! As always, it’s important to consider your nutritional needs and goals when thinking about what to include in your plan.
How many calories are in coconut shrimp?
This coconut shrimp has 255 kcal per serving, as well as 23g of carbs, 21g of protein, and 9g of fat.
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Baked Coconut Shrimp
Equipment
- oven
- baking sheet
Ingredients
- 1 lb large raw shrimp peeled & deveined
- ½ cup coconut flakes sweetened
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 eggs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- Preheat the oven to 425.
- Cover a large baking sheet with a piece of tin foil and grease with a cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, mix together the flour and salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- In a second bowl, add the eggs. Use a fork to beat well.
- In a third bowl, mix together the coconut flakes and bread crumbs.
- Following an assembly line procedure, dip each piece of shrimp into the flour mixture bowl, then the beaten egg bowl, and then the coconut flakes bowl. Place coated shrimp on the baking sheet.
- Repeat the process until all shrimp are coated.
- Bake the shrimp at 425 for 10-12 minutes, until slightly brown and crispy.
- Let cool and then enjoy!
- Serve with rice, a sweet chili dipping sauce, or whatever you want.
Amelia says
These coconut shrimp were easy and perfect, crispy but not too sweet!
Kristian says
This recipe is so easy to throw together for all levels of cooks! It is super tasty and I can guarantee that the leftovers won’t last for long! So if you love coconut shrimp or even if you don’t, you must try this easy at home recipe!
Tiffany says
My family and I love this recipe so much! Coconut shrimp is one of my favorite meals. Anytime it is on the menu at a restaurant that’s what I am having. Jordos recipe was so easy and so delicious and definitely beats any restaurant! It is one of my favorites! Thanks for sharing all of your recipes with us!
Kate says
I made these exactly as written but used chicken tenders instead of shrimp. Delicious! I will definitely make this again.
Allie says
So delicious! So easy! I haven’t had gluten feee coconut shrimp in SO long and this was just perfect! 10/10
Caitlyn says
This shrimp recipe was so easy and delish!! My husband and I will definitely be making it again!
Lauren says
This is a MUST make recipe!! If you like shrimp, make it! If you like coconut, make it! If you don't know if you like coconut shrimp (aka my husband), make it! You will not be upset by this recipe! It is easy to make (we did it on a work night) and tastes amazing! I am working it into our next meal rotation very soon where it will have a permanent spot in our meal planning.
Kim says
Seriously so good. I want to make these every other day.
Morgan Williams says
Can’t lie, was a little skeptical since it was shrimp (I’m not the best with seafood), but this recipe is SO good & so simple! Even my husband loved this one!
Sandra Sakofske says
Just made this tonight for my family. The breading was so delicious! My kids loved it. I think next time I’d do more like 8-10 minutes baked. 12 minutes seemed a tad overcooked, but still enjoyable. I think I’m going to try coconut chicken tenders next!
Alaina says
Loved these! I used cooked shrimp, breaded per the recipe, and popped in the air fryer for about 4 minutes. They were crispy and delicious - I will definitely be making again!
Jasmyn says
I love seafood but get intimidated making it. Not anymore!! This was so easy to follow and better than a restaurant
Mallory says
So incredibly delicious and easy! Definitely a new staple in my house!
Sarah says
Easy to make and super crispy, so good!
Jeanne says
This is soooo delicious!!!! Would recommend patting thr shrimp.dry prior to dipping in breading. 100% would make this again.
Jordan Smith says
Yay, I'm so happy you enjoyed this recipe! Great tip as well.