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Coconut shrimp served with dipping sauce and lime wedges
DinnerHigh proteinLow carbGLP-1 friendly

Coconut Shrimp

This dinner keeps the crunch and flavor while dialing carbs and sugar down for a lighter plate.

Recipe format

Made by Ascent's wellness team.

Best for

Servings per recipe: 4.

Nutrition focus

High-protein, practical choices that support consistency.

Quick nutrition snapshot

Fat
7g
Sugar
1g
Protein
38g
Calories
220
Net carbs
4g

Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup pork panko, plain
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, optional
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
  • Cooking spray or avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup sugar-free sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tsp lime juice, optional

Directions

How to make it

  1. 1

    Pat the shrimp dry. Whisk the egg and almond milk together in one bowl.

  2. 2

    In a shallow dish, mix pork panko, Parmesan, and all seasonings.

  3. 3

    Dip each shrimp in the egg mixture, then coat in the panko mixture.

  4. 4

    Air fry at 390°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, or bake at 425°F for 12–15 minutes on a parchment-lined sheet pan.

  5. 5

    Serve hot with sugar-free sweet chili sauce and a squeeze of lime.

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