Macadamia Nut Crusted Tilapia Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a shallow dish, combine the crushed macadamia nuts, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and any other desired spices.
• STEP 3.Dip each tilapia fillet into beaten egg, then coat it in the macadamia nut mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
• STEP 4.Place the coated fillets on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
• STEP 5.Serve the Macadamia Nut Crusted Tilapia hot with a squeeze of lemon juice and garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.

Cooking Tips

• To crush the macadamia nuts, you can use a food processor or place them in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
• If you prefer a spicier crust, add some cayenne pepper or paprika to the nut mixture.
• Make sure to pat the tilapia fillets dry before coating them to ensure the crust adheres properly.
• If you don't have tilapia, you can use other white fish fillets like cod or sole.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover Macadamia Nut Crusted Tilapia can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the fish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes, or until heated through.
• Serve the reheated leftovers with a fresh salad or use them to make fish tacos.