Choosing to eat a low carb diet doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy some fried food once in a while. This Keto Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp proves that.
Keto Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp is an amazing recipe eat for dinner or even serve as a low carb appetizer at your next party.
This delicious recipe is a great way to enjoy a classic favorite while allowing yourself to remain in ketosis.
What Kind of Shrimp Can You Use in This Keto Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp Recipe?
For this yummy air fryer recipe, we used a pound of extra large shrimp. We peeled them and deveined them but left the tails on. You want to ensure that the tails remain on as it makes them easier to handle.
Does Coating in this Keto Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp Contain Carbohydrates?
This keto friendly recipe uses Pork rinds and unsweetened coconut for the coating. This means that the coating is actually low in carbs and will not take you out of ketosis when you enjoy this delicious snack.
Is Oil used for this Keto Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp?
There is no oil used to make this delicious recipe. In fact, there is no oil required when using an air fryer. This is what makes it a healthier alternative to traditional frying.
Coconut is Keto Friendly
Believe it or not, Coconut is a keto friendly item to use. There are some things to watch out for though, especially when using Coconut in Keto cooking.
About Coconut
Coconut can be keto friendly, but too much can actually provide lots of carbohydrates. Just make sure to stick to unsweetened coconut when you are using it in your kept recipes. If you can’t find unsweetened coconut, opt to buy a fresh coconut and scoop the meat out yourself.
How to Make This Keto Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
This recipe is a great way to enjoy delicious foods without the guilt. Air frying is a healthier way to enjoy your favorite fried foods without all the extra grease. Not only is this recipe keto friendly, but it is easy to make and enjoyable to eat.
We like to use fresh shrimp for this recipe, but frozen works just as well. Just make sure to thaw it first.
Ingredients Needed
To make this Keto Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp you are going to need:
- Extra large shrimp
- Pork rind crumbs
- Unsweetened coconut shrimp
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Egg
- Heavy whipping cream
Step 1: Prepare Air Fryer
Get your air fryer ready to cook by preheating it to 350 degrees.
Step 2: Combine Ingredients
Combine your egg and heavy whipping cream together in a shallow bowl using a whisk.
Step 3: Make Coating
To make the coating for the shrimp, use a separate bowl and combine the pork rind crumbs, unsweetened coconut flakes, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix well until properly combined.
Step 4: Get Dipping
When dipping the shrimp into the coating, hold the tail. Dip each shrimp first into the egg mixture.
Then coat each shrimp in the pork rind and coconut mixture
Step 5: Air Fry
Place your prepared shrimp in a single layer in your air fryer. Cook the shrimp for 10 – 15 minutes until the coating is browned. You want them to be crispy and cooked through.
Step 6: Serve
Remove from your air fryer and serve.
Keto Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Extra large shrimp peeled and deveined with the tails on
- 1 C. Crushed pork rind crumbs (about 2 oz.)
- ¾ C. Unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 tsp. Paprika
- 1 tsp. Garlic powder
- ½ tsp. Salt
- ½ tsp. Black pepper
- 1 Egg
- 2 Tbsp. Heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees if required.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together 1 egg and 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine the pork rind crumbs, unsweetened coconut flakes, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix until thoroughly combined.
- Holding the tail, dip each shrimp first into the egg mixture, and the coat in the pork rind crumb and coconut mixture.
- Place the shrimp in a single layer in your air fryer, and cook for 10-15 minutes until browned, crispy and cooked through.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Use a Dipping Sauce for this Keto Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp Recipe?
Yes, you can. Just be careful what you choose to use as you will want it to be keto friendly. Coconut shrimp are usually dipped in a sweet and spicy Thai sauce, but it is loaded with sugar and not at all kept friendly. It is suggested that you make your own dipping sauce to ensure that you are sticking to something ketogenic. Mixing some sriracha with mayonnaise makes a yummy, keto dip.
Can I use Frozen Shrimp to Make Keto Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp?
Frozen shrimp can certainly be used to make this delicious recipe. It is important however, that you make sure to thaw them first. To thaw your frozen shrimp, run them under cold water and pat them dry. This will help the coating to stick. Make sure the frozen shrimp you choose to use is not precooked though. If they are, they will get tough and overcooked after being in the air fryer.
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