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Crispy Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp Recipe with Easy Mango Chili Sauce

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy coconut shrimp made in the air fryer, served with a sweet and spicy mango chili sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail on for easy handling)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten (room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (fine flakes preferred)
  • 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray (avocado or olive oil-based)
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced (or 1 cup frozen mango, thawed)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
  • 1–2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce (adjust to heat preference)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry 1 pound of large shrimp with tails on. Set aside.
  2. In separate shallow bowls, mix 1/2 cup flour with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; beat 2 large eggs; combine 3/4 cup shredded coconut with 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Dredge shrimp one at a time in flour mixture, shaking off excess, then dip into beaten eggs, and press into coconut-panko mixture to coat evenly.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  5. Place coated shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
  6. Air fry shrimp for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. Watch closely after 8 minutes to prevent burning.
  7. While shrimp cooks, blend mango, honey, chili garlic sauce, lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Adjust sweetness or heat as needed.
  8. Serve shrimp immediately with mango chili sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

Pat shrimp completely dry before coating for best crispiness. Use fine shredded coconut to prevent burning. Lightly spray shrimp with cooking spray before air frying. Flip shrimp halfway through cooking. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket. Adjust chili garlic sauce to taste for desired heat level. For oven baking, cook at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes on a wire rack, flipping halfway.

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Keywords: coconut shrimp, air fryer shrimp, mango chili sauce, crispy shrimp, easy appetizer, seafood recipe, gluten-free option

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