Jumbo Macadamia Crusted Honey Shrimp
If you’re looking to bring bold, tropical flavors to your table in under 30 minutes, this Macadamia Crusted Honey Shrimp is a must-try. Juicy jumbo shrimp are coated in a crunchy macadamia and breadcrumb crust, kissed with garlic and lemon zest, then finished with a drizzle of warm honey for the ultimate sweet-and-savory bite. It’s a dish that feels restaurant-worthy but is incredibly easy to make at home — perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to something extra. Serve it over rice, on a salad, or wrapped in lettuce for a light summer meal that packs a serious flavor punch.
🍤 Reasons to Try This Recipe:
Crispy, golden perfection – The macadamia nut crust gives the shrimp a rich, buttery crunch you won’t get from breadcrumbs alone.
Sweet & savory flavor combo – A drizzle of honey over garlic-lemon shrimp = flavor magic.
Quick and easy – Ready in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients you likely have on hand.
Tropical vibes – It’s like a vacation on a plate — no passport required.
Versatile serving options – Great as an appetizer, tossed into a salad, over coconut rice, or tucked into lettuce wraps.
Gluten-free friendly – Use GF breadcrumbs or corn-based coating to keep it gluten-free without sacrificing crunch.
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Jumbo Macadamia Crusted Honey Shrimp
Crispy, golden shrimp coated in buttery macadamia nuts with a hint of garlic, citrus, and sweetness from honey — this crowd-pleasing dish is crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with tropical flavor in every bite. Perfect as an appetizer or served over rice, salad, or lettuce wraps for a light and flavorful meal!
Ingredients
- 1 lb bag, jumbo shrimp. Peeled, deveined, rinsed, and dried.
- 1/2 cup macadamia nuts, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs or corn flour crumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- For the oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- For the air fryer: Preheat to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil.
- In a shallow bowl, combine the chopped macadamia nuts, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, lemon zest, and salt.
- Place the beaten egg in one bowl and the macadamia coating mixture in another.
- Dip each shrimp piece into the beaten egg, then press it into the macadamia mixture to coat evenly.
- For the oven: Arrange coated shrimp pieces on the prepared baking sheet.
- For the air fryer: Place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t overlap.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the shrimp is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the shrimp is cooked through and the crust is crispy and golden.
- Drizzle honey over the top of the crispy shrimp bites.
