macadamia nut crusted mahi-mahi

Brooklyn, NY
Updated on Mar 3, 2011

My mother loved Mahi-Mahi, so I ate it often as a child. This is my favorite preparation. It is super easy to make, but will definitely impress your guests!

prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method ---
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 - 6 oz. fish fillets, approximately 1/2-inch thick
  • - sea or kosher salt and fresh-ground pepper
  • 2 - eggs
  • - olive oil for frying
  • 1/4 cup macadamia nuts, crushed
  • 1/4 cup plain white bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chives, minced
  • 1 teaspoon basil, chopped

How To Make macadamia nut crusted mahi-mahi

  • Step 1
    Firmly press the flesh side of each filet into the crust mixture, until evenly crusted.
  • Step 2
    Season both sides of the fish fillets with the sea or kosher salt, and fresh-ground pepper.
  • Step 3
    In a bowl, beat the eggs. Dip the flesh side of each fillet into the egg mixture — not the skin side.
  • Step 4
    In a large pan, add about 1/4 inch of olive oil and heat to medium-hot.
  • Step 5
    Saute the fillets, crust side down, until they are golden brown and the crust is firmly set, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Turn and saute the skin side for approximately 1 minute.
  • Step 6
    Remove the fillets from the pan, pat off any excess oil. Place on a baking sheet and bake in oven for 3-4 minutes, until fish is just cooked through.
  • Step 7
    Serve with papaya salsa or your favorite sauce.

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