Crispy Coconut Lime Wild Mahi Mahi with Mango Avocado Salsa
Craving tropical caribbean-inspired wild fish dinner with crunchy coconut crust and refreshing fruit salsa.? Wild Mahi Mahi fillets crusted in toasted shredded coconut and almond flour, pan-seared in ghee and topped with vibrant mango avocado lime salsa.
Prep Time
15 Mins
Cook Time
10 Mins
Total Yield
4 Servings
Difficulty
Easy
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Ingredients
- 4 wild-caught Mahi Mahi fillets (6 oz each), patted dry
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut flakes
- 0.33 cup almond flour and 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 eggs, beaten with 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp grass-fed ghee (for pan-searing)
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1 Haas avocado, diced
- 0.25 cup red onion and 0.33 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice and 1 tsp sea salt
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Step 1: Combine diced mango, avocado, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and sea salt in a bowl to make salsa.
- Step 2: Mix shredded coconut, almond flour, lime zest, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
- Step 3: Dip Mahi Mahi fillets into beaten egg, then press firmly into coconut crust mixture.
- Step 4: Heat ghee in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear fish for 4 to 5 minutes per side until coconut is golden brown and fish flakes easily.
- Step 5: Transfer fillets to plates and crown generously with fresh mango avocado salsa.
Nutritional Breakdown (Per Serving)
Calories
380 kcal
Protein
36g
Healthy Fats
18g
Net Carbs
14g
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