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Tropical Paradise Coconut Crusted Fish Fillets: A Taste of the Tropics

Tropical Paradise Coconut Crusted Fish Fillets: A Taste of the Tropics

Experience the tropics with Tropical Paradise Coconut Crusted Fish Fillets, featuring tender fish in a sweet coconut coating.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Tropical
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Ingredients
  

Fish Fillets

  • 4 fillets fish (tilapia, snapper, or your preferred fish)

Coating Ingredients

  • 1 cup shredded coconut use sweetened or unsweetened
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Coconut oil or vegetable oil for frying

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Squeeze lime juice over the fillets and let marinate.
  • Set up three shallow bowls: one with all-purpose flour, one with whisked eggs and coconut milk, and one with a mixture of shredded coconut, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Dredge each fillet in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then press into the coconut-breadcrumb mixture until well-coated.
  • Heat about ¼ inch of coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until hot.
  • Fry the breaded fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and flaky. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
  • Transfer the cooked fillets to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For a lighter option, bake at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway. Pairs well with mango salsa or a light green salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Coconut, Fillets, fish, fried, Seafood, Tropical
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