Indulge in the delightful crunch and tropical zest of our Coconut Panko Prawn recipe, perfectly tailored for your air fryer. Imagine succulent prawns, each lovingly coated in a light, crispy panko breadcrumb and coconut mixture, creating a symphony of textures and flavors. The air fryer works its magic, delivering a healthier version of this gourmet delight, where each prawn is crisped to golden perfection without the need for deep-frying. Perfect for a summer gathering or a cozy dinner, these prawns are a surefire way to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings for something uniquely delicious.
INGREDIENTS:
- 50g plain flour
- Salt & freshly ground pepper
- 1 egg
- 50g panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp. shredded coconut
- 12 uncooked king prawns, peeled with tails left on
- Olive oil for spraying
METHOD
- In a shallow bowl combine the flour, salt and pepper. In a second bowl, mix the egg with a fork, until well beaten. Finally in a third bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs and coconut.
- Coat each prawn with the seasoned flour, followed by the beaten egg and finally with the breadcrumb and coconut mix.
- Spread the prawns evenly in the basket and spray on both sides with the olive oil. Place the cooking basket into position 1 (top shelf) of the Gourmet Pro Multifuctional Combi Oven and place the baking tray underneath into position 2 to catch any crumbs.
- Set to Air fry at 180˚C, for 4 minutes each side - turning to ensure the prawns are evenly golden and crispy.
- Serve with a dipping sauce, such as sweet and sour or alternatively an aioli mayonnaise.