Baked Coconut Shrimp
Baked Coconut Shrimp delivers 36g protein and 760 calories per serving—a higher-calorie seafood option for lifters who need caloric density. Six servings batch-prep on the stovetop, breaking the chicken-and-rice cycle with a leaner protein source. The coconut coating adds carbs and fat to support training performance while keeping shrimp's rapid-digesting protein intact.
Ingredients
- •Almond Flour, Blanched(240g)
- •1 teaspoon sea salt
- •Paprika, Ground(5g)
- •Onion powder(5g)
- •Garlic powder(5g)
- •¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- •Egg, Whole, Large
- •Coconut, Shredded, Sweetened(480g)
- •Shrimp(680g)
- •Honey(45g)
- •Chili Paste, Sambal Oelek(10g)
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 425°F with a rack in the center position. Line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper.
- 2In a shallow bowl or pie tin, combine the almond flour, salt, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder and pepper. In a second shallow bowl, beat the eggs. Place the coconut in a third, shallow bowl.
- 3Working with one shrimp at a time, dip the shrimp into the flour mixture and turn to coat. Then dip the shrimp into the eggs, letting the excess drip off. Lastly, dip the shrimp into the coconut, and gently press to adhere. Arrange the coated shrimp on the prepared sheet pan, repeat with remaining shrimp.
- 4Bake until the shrimp are pink and the coconut is beginning to brown on the edges, about 12 minutes.
- 5Meanwhile, prepare the honey-chili sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together honey and chili paste. Serve shrimp immediately along with honey chili sauce, for dipping.
Nutrition — Per Serving
760
calories
36g
protein
49g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 53g
- Saturated fat
- 25.3g
- Sodium
- 363 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 7.8g
6 servings per batch · ~245g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Baked Coconut Shrimp have per serving?
Each serving contains 36g of protein, 760 calories, 49g fat, and 53g carbs. The carbohydrate content is notably higher than most protein-focused recipes due to the coconut breading.
How long does Baked Coconut Shrimp take to prep?
This recipe qualifies as quick prep and batch-makes 6 servings, allowing you to prepare multiple meals efficiently. Stovetop cooking keeps the process straightforward without extended oven times.
Is Baked Coconut Shrimp good for muscle gain?
At 36g protein and 760 calories per serving with 53g carbs, this recipe supports muscle gain phases by delivering meaningful carbohydrates alongside protein for glycogen replenishment and training performance. The higher calorie density makes it ideal post-workout or during surplus periods.
