Whole30 Crispy Battered Prawns
Indulge in the irresistibly crispy perfection of Whole30 Crispy Battered Prawns, a skillet-fried delight that's paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Coated in a flavorful blend of coconut flour, tapioca starch, and aromatic spices like garlic powder and paprika, these prawns are dipped in a coconut aminos-egg batter to deliver a golden, crunchy crust while staying compliant with Whole30 guidelines. Lightly fried in coconut oil for a healthy twist, these prawns are quick to prepare—ready in just 35 minutes—and pair beautifully with lime wedges for a zesty finish. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or main dish, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving a healthier take on crispy seafood.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 0.5 cup coconut flour
- 0.5 cup tapioca starch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup coconut oil
- 4 slices lime wedges
Instructions
In a large bowl, beat the egg and stir in the coconut aminos. This will be the wet mixture for the batter.
In another bowl, combine the coconut flour, tapioca starch, garlic powder, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well to make the dry mixture.
Dip each prawn first in the egg mixture, ensuring it's well-coated, and then dredge it in the flour mixture, pressing lightly so the coating adheres.
Place coated prawns on a plate and let sit for a few minutes to allow the batter to set.
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the prawns in batches, without overcrowding the pan. Fry each side for about 2-3 minutes until the prawns are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the prawns from the skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Repeat with the remaining prawns, adding more coconut oil to the pan if needed.
Serve the crispy battered prawns immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
571 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.1 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.6 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 261 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 526 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 32.2 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 428 mg | 9% | |
*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.
