In the realm of culinary delights, "almond and coconut crusted tilapia" stands as a true masterpiece, captivating taste buds with its harmonious blend of flavors and textures. This delectable dish combines the delicate flesh of tilapia with a crispy, golden crust infused with the nutty sweetness of almonds and the tropical essence of coconut. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking culinary adventures, this comprehensive guide will lead you through the culinary journey of creating this exquisite dish, ensuring that your taste buds embark on an unforgettable expedition of flavors.
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ALMOND AND COCONUT CRUSTED TILAPIA
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a large baking dish.
- Place the beaten eggs in a shallow dish. Mix the almonds, coconut, sesame seeds, brown sugar, and nutmeg together in a mixing bowl. Stir the pineapple and onion together in a separate bowl. Dip each tilapia fillet into the beaten egg and then press into the almond mixture. Place the coated tilapia into the prepared dish. Spread the pineapple mixture over the coated fillets.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Cholesterol 145.5 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 38.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 163.3 mg, Sugar 8.7 g
CRISPY ALMOND TILAPIA
Since changing to a healthier style of cooking, I've come up with new coatings for baked fish. I use almonds, panko bread crumbs and a smidge of hot sauce to add crunchy texture with nice heat. -Amanda Flinner, Beaver, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. Whisk together egg and hot sauce in a shallow bowl. In a separate shallow bowl, toss almonds, bread crumbs, lemon zest and seasonings., Halve fillets lengthwise; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Dip in egg mixture, then in almond mixture, patting to adhere; place on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until lightly browned and fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 12-15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 537mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ALMOND-CRUSTED TILAPIA
Steps:
- Beat the eggs with the lemon pepper and garlic pepper until blended; set aside. Stir together ground almonds with 1 cup of Parmesan cheese in a shallow dish until combined; set aside. Dust the tilapia fillets with flour, and shake off excess. Dip the tilapia in egg, then press into the almond mixture.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook tilapia in melted butter until golden brown on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Reduce heat to medium, and season fillets with salt if desired. Sprinkle the tilapia with the remaining Parmesan cheese, cover, and continue cooking until the Parmesan cheese has melted, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the tilapia to a serving dish, and garnish with parsley springs and lemon wedges to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 148.7 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 46.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 591.4 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
COCONUT CRUSTED TILAPIA
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees
- Place foil on a baking sheet and spray with non-stick spray.
- Combine coconut, bread crumbs, and crackers in a bowl. Put egg whites in another bowl.
- Dip the tilapia in the egg, then in the coconut crumb mixture. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until tilapia is done. (Check tilapia at about 15 minutes so it won't burn.)
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 719 kcal, Fat 38 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, Cholesterol 53 mg, Sodium 789 mg, Carbohydrate 56 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 39 mg
TILAPIA CRUSTED WITH ALMONDS
I made this with concerns of getting more Calcium into my diet. Almonds have 80 mg per 1 ounce. The almonds toasted up so nice giving this dish great flavor.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Tilapia
Time 20m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Season tilapia with salt, pepper and old bay.
- Dust with flour then dip into egg.
- Press almond slices into the fish.
- Heat butter and oil in an oven proof pan.
- Carefully (so not to lose any almonds) place fillets into hot pan brown for 1 minute and flip gentle (again so not to lose any almonds) squeeze half of the lemon on the fish and place in a preheated 350 degree oven for 10-15 minutes.
- Remove gently to a platter squeeze remaining lemon.
- Garnish with scallions and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 651.8, Fat 45.8, SaturatedFat 11.5, Cholesterol 186, Sodium 205.8, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 3, Protein 40.3
Tips:
- Choose fresh tilapia fillets: Look for fillets that are firm and have a mild, sweet smell.
- Make sure the tilapia is properly thawed: If the fillets are frozen, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight or under cold water for 30 minutes.
- Pat the tilapia fillets dry before cooking: This will help the crust adhere to the fish.
- Use a nonstick skillet or a well-seasoned cast iron skillet: This will help prevent the魚 from sticking.
- Cook the tilapia over medium heat: This will help prevent the crust from burning.
- Flip the tilapia fillets once during cooking: This will ensure that they cook evenly.
- Serve the tilapia immediately with your favorite sides: Some popular sides include roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:
Almond and coconut crusted tilapia is a delicious and healthy seafood dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The tilapia is coated in a flavorful crust made from almonds, coconut, panko breadcrumbs, and herbs, then pan-fried until crispy. The result is a fish dish that is both crispy on the outside and tender and flaky on the inside. Serve the tilapia with your favorite sides for a complete and satisfying meal.
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