PECAN-COCONUT CRUSTED TILAPIA

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When I have guests with dietary restrictions, tilapia coated in pecans and coconut makes everyone happy. It's gluten-free and loaded with flavor. -Caitlin Roth, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large eggs
1/2 cup unsweetened finely shredded coconut
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs. In a separate shallow bowl, combine coconut, pecans, salt and pepper flakes. Dip fillets in eggs, then in coconut mixture, patting to help coating adhere., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. In batches, add tilapia and cook until fish is lightly browned and just begins to flake easily with a fork, 2-3 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories, Fat 26g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 129mg cholesterol, Sodium 377mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

Sallie Johnson
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This pecan-coconut crusted tilapia is a delightful dish that combines the nutty flavor of pecans, the sweetness of coconut, and the delicate texture of tilapia. The fish cooks perfectly, with a crispy crust and a moist, flaky interior.


Diz wavoko_tz
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I love the combination of pecans and coconut in this recipe. It gives the tilapia a unique and delicious flavor. The fish is also cooked perfectly, with a crispy crust and a moist, flaky interior.


Thembekile Plaatjies
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing! The tilapia is crispy on the outside and moist on the inside, and the pecan-coconut crust is the perfect complement.


Matthew Tamayo
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The pecan-coconut crust is amazing and the fish is cooked perfectly. This is a new favorite recipe of mine.


Shelby N
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This is the best tilapia recipe I've ever tried! The pecan-coconut crust is so flavorful and the fish is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Luke Joses
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This recipe is a keeper! The pecan-coconut crust is delicious and the tilapia is cooked perfectly. I served it with rice and vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


Letter S
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! My family and friends love the pecan-coconut crust. It's a great way to change up the usual tilapia recipe.


Mostafa Eid
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I love this recipe because it's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The pecan-coconut crust is so flavorful and the fish is always cooked perfectly.


Terrell Bonf
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This recipe is amazing! The pecan-coconut crust is so flavorful and the fish is cooked perfectly. I served it with rice and vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


Hazem Azab
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but I loved this recipe! The pecan-coconut crust is so flavorful and the fish is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Cynthia Kasoa
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I love this recipe because it's so easy to make. I can have it on the table in less than 30 minutes. The pecan-coconut crust is so flavorful and the fish is always cooked perfectly.


Thanda Mabuza
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This recipe is a keeper! The pecan-coconut crust is delicious and the tilapia is cooked perfectly. I served it with rice and vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


mr sk
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The pecan-coconut crust is amazing and the fish is cooked perfectly. This is a new favorite recipe of mine.


heidi barajas
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This is the best tilapia recipe I've ever tried! The pecan-coconut crust is so flavorful and the fish is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Masrafi Miran Shanto
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! My family and friends love the pecan-coconut crust. It's a great way to change up the usual tilapia recipe.


A kid That loves wof
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing! The tilapia is crispy on the outside and moist on the inside, and the pecan-coconut crust is the perfect complement.


Vincent Obama
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I love the combination of pecans and coconut in this recipe. It gives the tilapia a unique and delicious flavor. The fish is also cooked perfectly, with a crispy crust and a moist, flaky interior.


alamin sorker
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This pecan-coconut crusted tilapia is a delightful dish that combines the nutty flavor of pecans, the sweetness of coconut, and the delicate texture of tilapia. The fish cooks perfectly, with a crispy crust and a moist, flaky interior.