Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi Recipe

Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi

Indulge in this irresistibly crispy Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi, where buttery nuts meet tender, flaky fish for a tropical delight that will transport you to paradise with every bite!

• Difficulty: Easy
• Servings: 4
• Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
  • Calories: 614
  • Total Fat: 45 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Protein: 41 g
  • Cholesterol: 175 mg
  • Sodium: 631 mg
• Total Time: 35 min
• Preparation Time: 10 min
• Inactive Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 15 min

Ingredients

• 5 ounces (about 1 1/4 cups) roasted macadamia nuts, roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (Japanese style)
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• Vegetable oil (for greasing foil)
• 4 mahi mahi fillets (6-8 ounces each)
• Kosher salt and ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons coconut milk

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425F. In a bowl, mix the chopped macadamia nuts, panko, flour, and melted butter until crumbly and irresistibleset aside for that perfect crunch.
2. Line a baking tray with foil, grease with vegetable oil, and place the fillets on top. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Bake for 5 minutes to awaken the flavors.
3. Remove from the oven, brush each fillet with coconut milk for tropical moisture, then mound on the nut mixture, pressing gently so it clings like a dream. Slide back into the oven.
4. Bake 5-10 more minutes until the crust is golden and toasty, and the fish flakes tenderlypure bliss!
5. Rest for 10 minutes, then serve this showstopper to wow your guests and savor the magic.