Whole30 Crispy Fried Tilapia Fish
Discover the perfect balance of healthy and indulgent with this Whole30 Crispy Fried Tilapia Fish recipe, a savory seafood dish that’s both paleo-friendly and gluten-free! These golden tilapia fillets are coated in a flavorful blend of almond and coconut flours, seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika for a satisfying crunch with every bite. Fried to perfection in coconut oil, this dish is ready in just 30 minutes, making it an excellent option for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep. Garnished with fresh parsley and served alongside zesty lemon wedges, this protein-packed meal is as wholesome as it is delicious. Perfect for anyone on a Whole30 journey or simply looking for a healthier take on fried fish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces tilapia fillets
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 0.25 cup coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs
- 0.25 cup coconut oil
- 4 lemon wedges
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Rinse the tilapia fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a shallow dish, mix together the almond flour, coconut flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In another shallow dish, beat the eggs until they are well combined.
Dip each tilapia fillet into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow any excess egg to drip off.
Dredge the egg-coated fillet in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere the flour to the fish. Repeat this process with all the fillets.
In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
Carefully place the coated tilapia fillets into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until the fish is golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the fried tilapia from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Garnish the crispy tilapia with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.6 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.2 g | 296% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 600 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 1587 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 133.8 g | 268% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2021 mg | 43% | |
*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.
