Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp Recipe

Arrange the coating components in 3 large bowls: flour, baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper in one; whisked eggs and a pinch of salt and pepper in another; and bread crumbs and shredded coconut in another, seasoned with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Holding the shrimp by the tail, dip the shrimp first into the flour mixture, then into the egg, allowing the excess to drip off. Finally, dredge the shrimp in the coconut and bread crumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure each shrimp is fully coated. Arrange fully coated coconut shrimp on baking sheet or large platter. Repeat with remaining ingredients.

Preheat air fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly spray the inside basket with oil spray. Transfer 1/3 of the shrimp into the air fryer basket, arranging them in a single layer without touching, and spray the tops with oil spray (depending on the size of your air fryer, you may be able to fit more or less shrimp in a single layer). Cook for 10 minutes, flipping the shrimp halfway through. Repeat with remaining shrimp.

Garnish prepared coconut shrimp with diced fresh cilantro, and serve immediately with sweet chili dipping sauce.

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