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Baked Coconut Shrimp with Springy Rice

Baked Coconut Shrimp with Springy Rice for an Easy Tropical Escape

Baked Coconut Shrimp with Springy Rice is a quick, delicious dish that brings tropical flavors to your table.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Coconut Shrimp
  • 1 lb Jumbo Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup Sweetened Coconut Flakes
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tbsp Paprika
  • 1 large Egg Beaten
For the Springy Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine or Basmati Rice Rinsed
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas
  • 1 whole Lemon Zest and juice
For the Honey Butter Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 1/4 cup Butter Melted

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Shallow Bowls
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the Coconut Coating: Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, combine all-purpose flour, paprika, and a pinch of salt. In the second bowl, beat one egg until smooth. In the third bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs and sweetened coconut flakes.
  2. Dredge Shrimp: Dredge each jumbo shrimp in the flour mixture, dip in the beaten egg, then press into the coconut-panko mixture. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Bake Shrimp: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the shrimp for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Cook Rice: Rinse the rice, cook according to package instructions, then stir in frozen peas, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice once tender.
  5. Make Sauce: Melt butter in a small saucepan, whisk in honey until combined, and simmer for a minute.
  6. Serve: Plate the lemon herb rice, top with shrimp, and drizzle with honey butter sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a complete meal, consider serving with a refreshing coconut curry soup or a light tropical fruit salad.

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