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Coconut Crusted Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

Coconut Crusted Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple Salsa Bliss

Delight in Coconut Crusted Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple Salsa, a quick and flavorful dinner option bursting with tropical vibes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour
  • 2 large Large Eggs
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil for frying
For the Pineapple Salsa
  • 1 cup Fresh Pineapple diced
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion finely chopped
  • 1 small Jalapeño minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice freshly squeezed
For the Cilantro-Lime Crema
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
For Assembling the Tacos
  • 8 small Flour or Corn Tortillas
  • 1 cup Shredded Red Cabbage
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges for serving
  • 1/4 cup Extra Cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Shallow Dishes
  • Large Skillet
  • Small bowl
  • Slotted spoon
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Prepare Pineapple Salsa
  1. In a medium bowl, combine diced fresh pineapple, finely chopped red onion, minced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture, season with salt, and toss well. Allow the salsa to chill for at least 15 minutes in the refrigerator.
Set Up Dredging Stations
  1. Prepare three shallow dishes for the dredging process. Add seasoned all-purpose flour to the first bowl, whisk together eggs in the second. Combine coconut, panko, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper in the third.
Coat the Shrimp
  1. Dredge each shrimp in flour, dip in eggs, then coat in the coconut-panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Fry the Shrimp
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until about 350°F. Fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Transfer cooked shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate.
Make the Cilantro-Lime Crema
  1. Whisk together sour cream or yogurt, lime juice, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro in a small bowl. Season with salt to taste.
Warm the Tortillas
  1. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side or over an open flame.
Assemble Tacos
  1. Layer warmed tortillas with shredded cabbage, crispy shrimp, pineapple salsa, and drizzle with cilantro-lime crema. Garnish with extra cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tacosCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and tortillas. Store leftovers separately in airtight containers for best freshness.

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