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    Home » Appetizers

    Author: Emily Krill | Published: May 24, 2018 | Modified: Nov 21, 2021

    Keto Coconut Shrimp

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    This Keto Coconut Shrimp recipe makes for a great appetizer with only 2g net carb per serving. It's a coconutty classic.

    Low Carb Keto Coconut Shrimp

    Hello shrimp lovers.

    Today I’m gong to share a low carb recipe for the ubiquitous Asian appetizer: Coconut Shrimp.

    What are Coconut Shrimp?

    The recipe for Coconut Shrimp is pretty simple.  You replace the Panko bread crumbs in a standard breading with dried, shredded coconut, cover cocktail shrimp in the breading and deep fry.  When done right, it can be a thing of beauty.  When done wrong, you are in a world of shrimpy suffering.

    Where do Coconut Shrimp come from? 

    Unclear.  They might be from the Caribbean or possibly they are Polynesian.  You often find them in Thai restaurants, so maybe they are from Thailand?  But I’d bet my bottom dollar that they were dreamed up in a random tiki-bar in Boca Raton.  They’ve got a distinct Florida vibe to them.

    Are Coconut Shrimp Keto?

    Sorry, but that’s a hard no.  They’ve got too much white flour to be low carb.  Some recipes cling to the Panko breading too, so be wary of restaurant Coconut Shrimp.  But fear not, I’ve got a low carb version of the recipe that is just as good as the original.

    What is Keto Coconut Shrimp?

    You make this recipe the same way as the classic version, by breading jumbo shrimp and then frying it.  The difference is just in the breading.  For this Keto Coconut Shrimp you’ll need: egg whites, coconut flour, unsweetened flaked coconut and raw jumbo shrimp with the tails on.

    Do you need a dipping sauce for this Coconut Shrimp?

    You don’t need it, but you will want it.  Any dipping sauce will do, but an Asian sweet chili sauce works best. You can buy a bottle of Keto Thai Chili Sauce online from Wholesome Provisions or you can make your own.  The Better Than Bread Keto blog has a good recipe for Keto Asian Sweet Chili Sauce. 

    Here are some tips for making the perfect Keto Coconut Shrimp: 

    Make sure to buy large shrimp, because if your shrimp are too small, the ratio of breading to shrimp will be off.  Make sure that the shrimp are at least 12/15 count to the pound.  The label should say “Jumbo”, but labels can lie about the size, so checking the shrimp count is key.

    Whip the egg whites before you dip the shrimp.  This will hold the breading on better than a regular egg wash.

    Dredge the shrimp in coconut flour before breading it with the flaked coconut.  Alternately, you can use oat fiber.

    And last, but not least, make sure to clean off the tails before you cook the Keto Coconut Shrimp.  That will give you a convenient handle to hold onto.

    Because, let’s be honest, you’ll never what to let these babies go.

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    Ok, chow for now!

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    (But let's keep in touch.)

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    Keto Coconut Shrimp

    Low Carb Keto Coconut Shrimp
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    ★★★★★

    5 from 3 reviews

    These low carb coconut shrimp make for a great appetizer with only 2g net carb per serving.

    • Author: Emily Krill
    • Prep Time: 15
    • Cook Time: 20
    • Total Time: 35 minutes
    • Yield: 8 servings 1x
    • Category: Appetizer
    • Method: Stovetop
    • Cuisine: Thai
    • Diet: Gluten Free

    Ingredients

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    • 2 egg whites
    • ¼ cup coconut flour
    • ¾ cup unsweetened flaked coconut
    • 1 pound raw jumbo shrimp, shelled and deveined with tails left on
    • coconut oil for frying*

    Instructions

    Step 1.  In a medium-sized bowl, use an electric hand mixer to whip egg whites until soft peaks form.

    Step 2.  Add coconut flour to a medium-sized bowl and flaked coconut to another medium-sized bowl.

    Step 3.  Dredge the shrimp in coconut flour.

    Step 4.  Dip the shrimp in whipped egg whites.

    Step 5.  Press the shrimp into flaked coconut to coat.

    Step 6.  In a large skillet, add a ½ inch of coconut oil and heat over medium heat.

    Step 7.  Add shrimp to the pan in 3 batches.  Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.  The shrimp will curl up and become opaque as it cooks.

    Step 8.  Remove shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.  Serve immediately.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 3 jumbo shrimp
    • Calories: 106
    • Fat: 8
    • Carbohydrates: 4
    • Fiber: 2
    • Protein: 14

    Keywords: Low Carb Coconut Shrimp, Keto Coconut Shrimp, Paleo Coconut Shrimp

    IF YOU LIKED THIS LOW CARB APPETIZER RECIPE, THEN YOU MIGHT LIKE MY RECIPES FOR BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER, QUESO CHEESE DIP OR FRIED PICKLES.

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    Comments

    1. Christian Amabisca says

      April 19, 2019 at 2:41 am

      What is the sauce? I'm doubting the sauce is keto.

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      • EmilyKrill says

        April 19, 2019 at 6:53 am

        How can you doubt that the sauce is Keto if there is no recipe?? In any case, I lost the recipe when I switched Internet providers a few months back. C'est la vie.

        Reply
    2. Hong Patterson says

      January 10, 2019 at 12:56 am

      Delicious! Easy to make and simple. I used the air fryer instead and it came out great! Thanks for sharing the recipe.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • EmilyKrill says

        January 10, 2019 at 7:37 am

        Great! I don't have an air fryer, but I keep hearing great things about it. Thanks for letting me know that this recipe works in the air fryer.

        Reply
      • Christi says

        June 11, 2020 at 9:08 pm

        Hi! How long and what temperature did you use on your air fryer? I haven’t used it since going keto and miss it!

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        • EmilyKrill says

          June 12, 2020 at 10:07 pm

          I haven't ever made these in the air fryer, so I'm not sure. I just googled air fryer coconut shrimp and the recipes often use 400 degrees for 8-12 minutes, turning halfway through.

          Reply
    3. GLENDA says

      December 28, 2018 at 8:11 pm

      Wow! The frothy egg whites really make the difference. Fabulous recipe. I will make these for company with pride! Thanks!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • EmilyKrill says

        December 28, 2018 at 8:44 pm

        Thanks so much for saying so!

        Reply
    4. Beverly says

      November 13, 2018 at 9:42 am

      These taste just like the real thing! Great recipe.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • EmilyKrill says

        November 13, 2018 at 10:18 am

        Thanks!

        Reply

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