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Outback Steakhouse Coconut Shrimp Recipe

Outback Steakhouse Coconut Shrimp Recipe

Hey, Welcome to the Outback Steakhouse Coconut Shrimp Recipe. Outback Steakhouse Coconut Shrimp is a crispy, coconut-coated seafood appetizer with a sweet tropical flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Oil for frying
  • Sweet chili sauce for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Deep fryer or deep pan
  • Tongs
  • Paper towels
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Coating
  1. Mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, combine panko and shredded coconut.
    Outback Steakhouse Coconut Shrimp Recipe
Step 2: Coat the Shrimp
  1. Dip each shrimp into the flour mixture, then into the egg, then into the panko coconut mixture. Press lightly to help the coating stick.
    Outback Steakhouse Coconut Shrimp Recipe
Step 3: Heat the Oil
  1. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying.
Step 4: Fry the Shrimp
  1. Fry coated shrimp in small batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and place on paper towels.
    Outback Steakhouse Coconut Shrimp Recipe
Step 5: Serve
  1. Serve hot with sweet chili dipping sauce.
    Outback Steakhouse Coconut Shrimp Recipe

Notes

Serve these crispy coconut shrimp with sweet chili sauce, pineapple salsa, or a zesty mango dip.