Air-Fried Coconut Shrimp with Pineapple Dipping Sauce

Enjoy crispy, air-fried coconut shrimp paired with a sweet and tangy pineapple dipping sauce for a delightful appetizer.

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a bowl, combine flour and salt. Place beaten eggs in another bowl, and mix panko and shredded coconut in a third bowl.
3. Coat each shrimp in flour, then dip in the eggs, and finally dredge in the panko-coconut mixture.
4. Place the coated shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Fry in batches for about 5-6 minutes or until golden brown.
5. For the dipping sauce, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, and soy sauce in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
6. Mix cornstarch and water together, then stir into the sauce. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens.
7. Serve the shrimp hot with the pineapple dipping sauce on the side.

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