Crispy Shrimp Satay Skewers
Juicy shrimp wrapped in coconut-ginger breadcrumbs and grilled until golden—the TikTok-easy version of Indonesian satay lilit. Serve with peanut sauce for dipping and watch it disappear.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 22g
Ingredients
- ½ lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
- ½ cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp ginger, minced fresh
- 1 whole lime (zested + juiced)
- 3 tbsp peanut butter, creamy
Instructions
- 1
Pat shrimp dry. Combine coconut, panko, ginger, lime zest, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl.
- 2
Press each shrimp into the coconut mixture, coating all sides evenly until fully covered.
- 3
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
- 4
Working in batches, cook coated shrimp 2 minutes per side until golden and crispy edges show.
- 5
Mix peanut butter, lime juice, 2 tbsp water, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl until smooth.
- 6
Transfer shrimp to a plate. Serve immediately with peanut sauce for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet, 12-inch
- shallow bowl
- small mixing bowl
- paper towels
- wooden spoon
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