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Coconut Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Coconut Shrimp Tacos provide 29g protein and 1170 calories per serving — a calorie-dense option for serious surplus phases or high-volume training periods. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop, making meal prep feel less monotonous while hitting protein marks. The higher caloric density supports muscle building when in a controlled surplus.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Flour, All-Purpose, White(120g)
  • Garlic powder(1g)
  • Paprika, Ground(1g)
  • Cumin, Ground(1g)
  • Allspice, Ground(1g)
  • ¼ tsp salt ($0.01)
  • ¼ Tsp Black Pepper (Freshly Cracked, $0.04)
  • Egg, Whole, Large(50g)
  • 1 Tbsp water ($0.00)
  • Bread Crumbs, Panko, Dry(120g)
  • Coconut, Shredded, Sweetened(240g)
  • Shrimp(340g)
  • Flour Tortillas
  • Vegetable oil(240g)
  • Cabbage, Green(150g)
  • Pineapple Salsa, Prepared(120g)

Instructions

  1. 1Set up three shallow bowls for breading: combine the flour, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, allspice, salt, and pepper in the first bowl; whisk the eggs with 1 Tbsp water in the second bowl; mix the panko and shredded coconut in the third bowl.
  2. 2Working in batches to avoid crowding, coat the shrimp in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg mixture, then press firmly into the panko-coconut blend, flipping to coat all sides; set breaded shrimp on a clean plate.
  3. 3Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat, then dry-toast the flour tortillas one at a time for 1–2 minutes per side until the edges are lightly browned; stack on a plate and cover with a towel.
  4. 4Add the vegetable oil to the same skillet and heat over medium heat until it reaches 350–365°F (check with a meat thermometer); carefully place breaded shrimp in the oil in a single layer without crowding, cooking for 2 minutes until golden brown.
  5. 5Flip the shrimp with tongs and cook for 2 more minutes until golden brown on the second side and cooked through; transfer to paper towels to drain.
  6. 6Repeat step 4–5 in batches with remaining shrimp until all are cooked.
  7. 7Assemble tacos by placing shredded cabbage down the center of each warm tortilla, topping with coconut shrimp and pineapple salsa.
  8. 8Divide the assembled tacos evenly among 4 plates and serve immediately.

Nutrition — Per Serving

1170

calories

29g

protein

85g

fat

Carbohydrates
78g
Saturated fat
28.9g
Sodium
717 mg
Dietary fiber
6.6g

4 servings per batch · ~346g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Coconut Shrimp Tacos have per serving?

Each serving contains 29g of protein with 1170 calories total. The macros break down to 85g fat and 78g carbs, making this a calorie-dense option that skews higher in fat content.

How long does Coconut Shrimp Tacos take to prep?

This recipe qualifies as quick prep and yields 4 servings cooked on the stovetop. You're looking at a fast turnaround for a batch of tacos ready to portion and store.

Is Coconut Shrimp Tacos good for fat loss?

At 1170 calories per serving, this recipe is not ideal for fat loss phases due to the high calorie and fat content. It works better as an occasional meal or for maintenance/surplus phases when you have more room in your daily intake.

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