Whole30 Coconut Macadamia Nut Shrimp
Elevate your appetizer or main dish game with this irresistible Whole30 Coconut Macadamia Nut Shrimp recipe! Perfectly crispy and packed with tropical flavors, this dish features juicy shrimp coated in a delightful mixture of unsweetened shredded coconut, finely chopped macadamia nuts, and a touch of coconut flour for a light, gluten-free breading. Seasoned with garlic and a hint of salt and pepper, each bite is cooked to golden perfection in velvety coconut oil. Not only is this recipe dairy-free, grain-free, and Paleo-friendly, but it also comes together in just 25 minutes—ideal for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining. Pair it with fresh lime wedges and cilantro for a zesty finishing touch. Indulge in this healthy, flavorful seafood dish that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
In a shallow dish, combine the unsweetened shredded coconut, finely chopped macadamia nuts, coconut flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
In another bowl, beat the large eggs to create an egg wash.
Pat the peeled and deveined shrimp dry with paper towels.
Dip each shrimp into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
Coat the shrimp in the coconut and macadamia nut mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the coating adheres.
In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.
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.
Cook the shrimp for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the coating is golden brown and the shrimp are cooked through.
Remove the shrimp from the pan and drain on a paper towel–lined plate.
Serve the coconut macadamia nut shrimp warm, garnished with lime wedges and fresh cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 163.6 g | 210% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.9 g | 490% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1229 mg | 410% | |
| Sodium | 1897 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.7 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.5 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 138.5 g | 277% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 466 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2288 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
