Whole30 Coconut Macadamia Nut Shrimp
Elevate your Whole30 dining experience with this irresistible Coconut Macadamia Nut Shrimp recipe! Crispy, golden, and packed with tropical flavors, this dish combines the natural sweetness of unsweetened shredded coconut with the buttery crunch of finely chopped macadamia nuts. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and a touch of pepper, each shrimp is coated in a light, grain-free coconut flour crust and pan-fried to perfection in nourishing coconut oil. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy shrimp recipe is paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and bursting with wholesome, flavorful ingredients. Serve these shrimp as an appetizer, entrée, or on top of a vibrant salad for a meal that feels indulgent yet guilt-free—perfect for any Whole30 journey!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup Macadamia nuts, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Coconut flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 3 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
Directions
Step 1
In a shallow dish, combine the unsweetened shredded coconut, finely chopped macadamia nuts, coconut flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Step 2
In another bowl, beat the large eggs to create an egg wash.
Step 3
Pat the peeled and deveined shrimp dry with paper towels.
Step 4
Dip each shrimp into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
Step 5
Coat the shrimp in the coconut and macadamia nut mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the coating adheres.
Step 6
In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.
Step 7
Once the oil is hot, add the coated shrimp in a single layer. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
Step 8
Cook the shrimp for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the coating is golden brown and the shrimp are cooked through.
Step 9
Remove the shrimp from the pan and drain on a paper towel–lined plate.
Step 10
Serve the coconut macadamia nut shrimp warm, garnished with lime wedges and fresh cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (786.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2169.1 |
| Total Fat 163.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 97.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 1229.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1897.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 53.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 32.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.5g | |
| Protein 138.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 466.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2288.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories