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5 Ingredient Baked Coconut Shrimp

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A healthy and delicious oven-baked version of coconut shrimp with a crispy coating, perfect as an appetizer or snack.


Ingredients

  • 12 ounces raw shrimp, thawed and tail on
  • 2 eggs, whisked
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut
  • Cooking spray
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sweet orange marmalade


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. Pat dry the raw shrimp using a paper towel or dish cloth.
  3. Dip each shrimp into the whisked eggs, then coat it with the mixture of breadcrumbs and coconut.
  4. Place the shrimp on a baking rack over a baking sheet and spray with cooking spray.
  5. Bake at 425°F for 10 minutes until golden brown.
  6. While baking, mix the sweet chili sauce and the orange marmalade in a bowl.
  7. Once baked, serve immediately with the dipping sauce.

Notes

Use larger shrimp for a more substantial bite and try adding spices like paprika or cayenne for a kick.