We all love those healthy recipes that you would never know are healthy, that is how I feel about this Gluten Free Fried Shrimp recipe. This recipe reminds me of my youth! The gluten free breading is crispy yet full of flavor. This recipe is naturally gluten free, paleo, Whole30 and AIP friendly.
These are a delicious dish that even on a busy evening you can have ready in under 30 minutes! If you enjoy this recipe, you will also enjoy my AIP Turkey Breast in a Maple Garlic Sauce as well.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
- This recipe is simple to make and can be ready for dinner in no time.
- Kids love this recipe.
- You can pair this shrimp with just about anything for a meal or serve it as an appetizer.
- This recipe is naturally gluten free, paleo, Whole30, nut free, autoimmune protocol (AIP) friendly, and dairy free.
- It is such a versatile recipe, I love to make it in my Whole30 Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe.
- You can make this recipe even simpler by purchasing tail off shrimp so you can just pop it all into your mouth!
Ingredients
- Cassava flour-I only use Otto’s cassava flour. Not all cassava flours are made equally.
- Mini shrimp-I like to buy the ones with the tails removed. I also like to order Butcher Box. They have the best wild caught and grass fed protein. If you use my code HERE you can get $30 off your first box.
- Sea salt, onion powder & garlic powder-This seasoning combo adds flavor to these crispy shrimps.
- Old bay seasoning-I love a nice kick to this recipe. Be sure to omit this optional ingredient if you are following the autoimmune protocol as it contains nightshades.
- Coconut milk-The coconut milk is in place of eggs for this recipe. It helps the flour stick.
- Ghee-I love using ghee as a fat of choice here because it gives these shrimp a buttery flavor, however, if you are in the elimination phase of AIP you will want to use avocado oil.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Substitutions And Variations
- You can pair these shrimp with different dipping sauces to create different flavor profiles when you make it.
- You could serve this all in a dish to serve as a meal or turn it into an appetizer by sticking them with toothpicks.
This recipe has not been tested with any other substitutions or variations. If you try something else out please let me know how it turns out in the comments below!
Step By Step Instructions
Equipment Needed
- Non-stick frying pan
- Two bowls
- Tongs
- Cutting Board or plate for shrimp to rest on after first flour coating
Expert Tips
- Tip # 1: If you run out of space in the pan, you can fry the shrimp in batches to make sure you don’t overcrowd the pan. Overcrowding will cause the temperature of the ghee or oil to lower which will effect the crispness of the coating.
- Tip # 2: Make sure to add in more ghee or oil into the pan if it run low.
- Tip # 3: While the ghee or oil is heating up make sure to move it around the pan to ensure it is evenly distributed.
- Tip # 4: If frying in batches, you will want to scoop out the loose breading so that it does not burn and change the coloring of the breading of future batches.
Recipe FAQ
Can I Use Olive Oil As My Go To Fat?
I do not like to use olive oil for frying as it has a low smoke point. It becomes toxic after it reaches a specific temperature. I like to use ghee or avocado oil.
How Can I Reheat This?
You can reheat on the stove with a little bit of ghee/avocado oil or you can reheat in the oven on 350 degrees F for 5-10 minutes.
What Can I Serve This With?
This recipe is versatile what it can be served with. I love serving it with my lemon garlic asparagus or air fried green bean recipes.
Storage Instructions
- This recipe can last up to 3 days in the refrigerator in an air tight container.
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Gluten Free Fried Shrimp
Servings 2 people
865kcal
Cost $10
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Equipment
- frying pan
- 2 bowls
Ingredients
- 1 pound mini wild caught shrimp, tail off I like butcher box. Use my link for $30 off.
- 1 cup cassava flour I only use Otto's.
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 cup ghee Use avocado oil if avoiding all dairy on AIP.
OPTIONAL:
- 1/2 tsp old bay seasoning Do not use for AIP.
Instructions
- Place the ghee (or oil) in a large non-stick frying pan on medium heat, make sure the fat is evenly spread throughout the pan. While the pan is heating up, mix the cassava flour, salt, garlic powder and onion powder in a bowl.
- Pour the coconut milk in a separate bowl. Once the pan is hot, dip the shrimp in the coconut milk bowl, then in the flour bowl. Let the shrimp sit on a cutting board once it is coated for 5 minutes to allow the mixture to harden and re-dip the shrimp in the cassava flour mixture. This will help the breading stick. Add to the pan after you double coat it. Cook the shrimp for 3 minutes, then carefully flip. If the breading starts to pull off, cook for an additional minute. If you run out of space on your pan, do this in batches. You may need more ghee or oil with each batch.
Notes
Storage: This dish can be stored in an air tight glass container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition: The nutrition for this recipe is based on an estimate and the calorie counts are not guaranteed. It is based on a half pound serving.
Servings: This recipe should yield 2 servings.
Quick and easy gluten free shrimp alternative that the whole family will love.
Serving: 0.5pound | Calories: 865kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 50g | Saturated Fat: 36g | Cholesterol: 629mg | Sodium: 900mg | Potassium: 470mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 444mg | Iron: 12mg
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Jamie says
So good! And so easy! I did use egg instead of coconut milk. And I air-fried instead of pan fried. Kid and hubby approved!
This makes me so happy to hear!
Steven says
So good!!
Allianna Moximchalk says
Yay!
Dawnette Johnson says
Absolutely love the recipe… I used tapioca starch instead since I didn’t have the cassava flour. It turned out great… everyone love it.. it will now be my go to recipe… thank you and God Bless
Allianna Moximchalk says
I am so glad you liked it! This recipe is one of my favorites! Reminds me of popcorn shrimp xoxo
Lori says
These are really good. They have a nice crunch and they are really easy to make.
Allianna Moximchalk says
Glad you like this!
Monica says
This is amazing! Love this recipe. I made it with an egg instead of coconut milk because I can tolerate them, and it was so good.
Allianna Moximchalk says
I am so glad you liked it Monica!
Char McGuinness says
How many eggs did you substitute the coconut milk with?
I would sub two!