Coconut Shrimp
Coconut Shrimp delivers 41g protein and 886 calories per serving—calorie-dense protein that works for high-surplus phases or post-competition eating. Quick stovetop prep makes 4 servings, covering 164g protein in a single batch. Lock in muscle-building macros during lean-gaining blocks without daily cooking.
Ingredients
- •Shrimp(454g)
- •1 pinch salt
- •Flour, All-Purpose, White(120g)
- •Flour, All-Purpose, White(120g)
- •Baking powder(5g)
- •Garlic powder(3g)
- •Egg, Whole, Large(50g)
- •Beer, Lager(120g)
- •Coconut, Shredded, Unsweetened(240g)
- •Bread Crumbs, Panko, Dry(240g)
Plain dry bread crumbs. Panko works too but is lighter per cup.
Instructions
- 1Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- 2OPTIONAL: To butterfly shrimp, insert a knife about three-quarters of the way into the shrimp at the top. Cut a slit down the centre of the shrimp's back to the tail. Use your fingertip to open the flesh of the shrimp slightly. They don't need to be flat. Season with salt and pepper, set aside.
- 3In one shallow bowl, add 1/2 cup flour for dredging. In another shallow bowl, whisk the batter ingredients together until combined. The batter should resemble pancake consistency. If too thick, add a little extra beer or mineral water, whisking between each addition. In the third bowl, mix together the shredded coconut and bread crumbs.
- 4Dredge in the flour (shake off excess), dip in the batter (shake off excess) and coat in the breadcrumb/coconut mixture. Lightly press the coconut onto the shrimp.
- 5Place onto prepared baking sheet and repeat with remaining shrimp. Arrange shrimp in a single layer and freeze until firm (about 30-45 minutes).
- 6In a dutch oven or deep skillet, heat vegetable oil (about 2-3 inches deep in the pot) until nice and hot.
- 7Fry the FROZEN shrimp in batches for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Drain them on a paper towel lined plate.
- 8Serve immediately with sweet chili sauce.
Nutrition — Per Serving
886
calories
41g
protein
27g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 120g
- Saturated fat
- 20.2g
- Sodium
- 851 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 7.1g
4 servings per batch · ~338g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Coconut Shrimp have per serving?
Each serving delivers 41g of protein and 886 calories with substantial carbohydrate content. The full macro breakdown is 27g fat and 120g carbs per serving.
How long does Coconut Shrimp take to prep?
This is a quick prep stovetop recipe that batch-preps 4 servings at once, though the high calorie density means each portion is substantial. Quick prep time makes it convenient for high-volume eating days.
Is Coconut Shrimp good for muscle gain?
At 41g protein and 886 calories per serving with 120g carbs, this recipe is suited for muscle gain phases where you're eating in a calorie surplus and prioritizing carbohydrate intake around training. The carb load makes it particularly useful as a post-workout meal.
