Nut Encrusted Mahi Mahi
Elevate your seafood game with this Nut Encrusted Mahi Mahi, a restaurant-quality dish that’s delightfully simple to prepare at home. Succulent mahi mahi fillets are coated in a golden, crunchy crust made from finely chopped pecans, almonds, and panko breadcrumbs, creating a perfect balance of nutty richness and flaky tenderness. Enhanced with aromatic spices like garlic powder and paprika, this recipe delivers bold flavor in every bite. The fillets are seared to perfection in olive oil for a crisp exterior, then finished in the oven to lock in moisture and ensure effortless flaking. Served with a squeeze of fresh lemon and your favorite sides, this easy yet elegant dish will impress at any dinner table. Perfect for seafood lovers seeking a healthy, gourmet option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Mahi Mahi fillets
- 0.5 cups Pecans
- 0.5 cups Almonds
- 0.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
In a food processor, pulse the pecans and almonds until they are finely chopped but not overly ground. Transfer to a shallow bowl.
Mix the chopped nuts with the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in the same bowl. Stir well to combine.
Prepare a dredging station with three shallow dishes: one with the all-purpose flour, another with the eggs whisked with the milk, and the third with the nut and breadcrumb mixture.
Pat the mahi mahi fillets dry with a paper towel and lightly season both sides with salt and pepper.
Dredge each fillet in the flour, shaking off the excess, then dip it into the egg mixture, and finally press it into the nut and breadcrumb mixture, ensuring a thorough and even coating.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the coated mahi mahi fillets.
Sear the fillets for 2-3 minutes per side until the crust is golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove from the oven and allow the fillets to rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Serve the nut encrusted mahi mahi with lemon wedges on the side and your favorite accompaniments, such as steamed vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2104 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.0 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 959 mg | 320% | |
| Sodium | 3457 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 184.3 g | 369% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 444 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 4520 mg | 96% | |
*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.
