Coconut‑Crusted Island Bites
Aug 3, 2026 | Tiki Food
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 lb bite‑size pieces of chicken, shrimp, or cauliflower
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) or set your air fryer to 375°F.
- In a bowl, mix shredded coconut, panko, salt, ginger, and garlic powder.
- Dip each bite‑size piece into the beaten eggs, then roll in the coconut‑panko mixture until fully coated.
- Place coated bites on a parchment‑lined baking sheet or air fryer tray.
- Bake 12–15 minutes (or air fry 10–12 minutes) until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm with sweet chili sauce for dipping.
