Coconut Crusted Salmon
Elevate your seafood game with this irresistible Coconut Crusted Salmon, a recipe that combines tropical flavors and crispy textures for a meal that's both vibrant and satisfying. Featuring flaky salmon fillets enveloped in a golden crust of unsweetened shredded coconut, panko breadcrumbs, lime zest, and fresh cilantro, this dish delivers a perfect balance of savory and zesty. With a quick stovetop sear followed by a bake in the oven, the salmon achieves an ideal combination of crisp and succulent, making it a show-stopping centerpiece for any dinner table. Ready in just 30 minutes, this Coconut Crusted Salmon pairs beautifully with lime wedges for a citrusy garnish, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. Perfect for seafood lovers seeking a fresh twist, this recipe is an easy yet elegant way to delight your guests or upgrade your weeknight dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil for frying
- 4 pieces lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a shallow bowl, mix together the shredded coconut, panko breadcrumbs, lime zest, cilantro, salt, and black pepper.
In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs and add the lime juice.
Place the flour in a third shallow bowl.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
Dredge each salmon fillet in flour, shaking off any excess.
Dip the floured salmon in the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
Press the salmon firmly into the coconut breadcrumb mixture, ensuring each fillet is well coated.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large oven-safe frying pan over medium-high heat.
Add the coated salmon fillets to the pan, skin-side up, and cook until the crust is golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
Carefully flip the fillets and transfer the pan to the preheated oven.
Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove from the oven and drizzle with olive oil before serving.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2822 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 209.2 g | 268% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.1 g | 360% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 3282 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.4 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.5 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 136.5 g | 273% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 812 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
