**Almond-Topped Fish: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors and Textures**
Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our Almond-Topped Fish, a harmonious blend of delicate flavors and contrasting textures. This dish elevates the classic fish fillet with a crispy, golden-brown almond crust, adding a nutty aroma and a satisfying crunch to every bite. Accompanied by three tantalizing variations – Lemon-Herb, Parmesan-Crusted, and Spicy Chipotle – each recipe offers a unique flavor profile to suit diverse palates. Embark on a seafood adventure with our Almond-Topped Fish, where every forkful promises a delectable experience.
FISH WITH TOASTED ALMONDS
This is an easy dish that you can put on the table when you have friends coming around after a long day's work. The soft-fleshed cod (or any other meaty white fish) is offset by the crunchy almonds. Serve alongside a pile of fresh green beans, cooked until just tender, but still bright.
Provided by Nigella Lawson
Categories dinner, project, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place a large dry nonstick skillet over medium heat, and add almonds. Stir constantly until they are tinged with color. Take from heat, and transfer to a bowl to cool.
- Season both sides of the fish well with salt and pepper. Place the same pan over medium heat, and add butter and olive oil. When both begin to bubble, add cod fillets skin side up. Brown fish until opaque all the way through, turning once, 3 to 4 minutes a side. Transfer fish to a warm serving plate, skin side down.
- Reduce heat under pan to low, and add lemon juice. Stir to blend with butter and oil, then pour this sauce over fillets. Scatter parsley over cod, and scatter with toasted almonds. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 314, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 522 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
CRISPY ALMOND BAKED FISH
Adapted from Johanna Burkhard's 400 Best Comfort Food Recipes (one of my all-time favourite cookbooks). This is a very versatile recipe. You can use whatever fish fillets you choose - halibut and tilapia have worked well. You can also vary the seasonings.
Provided by Lille
Categories High Protein
Time 20m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- In a food processor, combine bread crumbs, almonds, garlic, herbs and zest. Pulse until almonds are finely chopped.
- Combine melted butter and olive oil in a small bowl.
- Wrap fish in paper towels to absorb excess moisture. Arrange fish fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush tops with melted butter and olive oil mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle crumb mixture over fish and pat lightly. Drizzle remaining butter/oil over fish fillets.
- Bake in preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until flakes flakes with a fork.
- Serve with lemon wedges if desired.
FISH ALMONDINE
From when I was expecting my first baby, Alex, to well past the birth of my second child, Paige, I used to meet my grandmother, Ga-Ga, at Luby's Cafeteria in my hometown for lunch on an almost monthly basis. Luby's had a mega-long (it seemed like a football field, but probably wasn't quite) serving line of prefilled small plates holding such comfort foods as Jell-O salad, macaroni and cheese, Salisbury steak, fried chicken, mashed potatoes, and slices of pie as far as the eye could see. But for me, the single most memorable dish at Luby's was their gloriously consistent Fish Almondine. No matter which seventeen sides I selected (okay, sometimes it was eighteen), Fish Almondine was always the main course for me. This is my best attempt to re-create the Luby's magic. (I love and miss you, Ga-Ga.)
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, combine the panko and almonds. Drizzle in the melted butter and toss until well combined.
- Add the parsley and toss it in . . .
- Then stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
- Put the flour in a shallow dish and add a pinch each of salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Dredge both sides of the fish in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Spread a generous tablespoon of mayonnaise over each piece of fish . . .
- And sprinkle the crumb mixture on top, pressing lightly to make sure it sticks.
- Bake until the crumbs are golden and the fish is flaky, 16 to 18 minutes. Squeeze the lemon juice on top and serve.
LEMON-BUTTER TILAPIA WITH ALMONDS
Sometimes I want a nice meal without a ton of effort or wait time. Thankfully, I have this lemony, buttery fish that's super fast and totally tasty. -Ramona Parris, Canton, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Sprinkle fillets with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add fillets; cook until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm., Add butter, wine and lemon juice to same pan; cook and stir until butter is melted. Serve with fish; sprinkle fish with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 427mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
CRISPY ALMOND TILAPIA
Since changing to a healthier style of cooking, I've come up with new coatings for baked fish. I use almonds, panko bread crumbs and a smidge of hot sauce to add crunchy texture with nice heat. -Amanda Flinner, Beaver, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. Whisk together egg and hot sauce in a shallow bowl. In a separate shallow bowl, toss almonds, bread crumbs, lemon zest and seasonings., Halve fillets lengthwise; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Dip in egg mixture, then in almond mixture, patting to adhere; place on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until lightly browned and fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 12-15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 537mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose the right fish: For this recipe, firm-fleshed fish like salmon, trout, or halibut work best. They can withstand the heat of the oven without overcooking.
- Prep the fish properly: Pat the fish fillets dry before cooking to ensure they get nice and crispy in the oven.
- Make sure the almond topping is evenly distributed: Press the almond mixture firmly onto the fish fillets so that it adheres well and doesn't fall off during baking.
- Watch the cooking time: The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the fish fillets. Start checking for doneness after the minimum recommended cooking time.
- Serve immediately: Almond-topped fish is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven. Serve it with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad.
Conclusion:
Almond-topped fish is an easy and delicious weeknight dinner recipe that's sure to impress your family and friends. It's packed with flavor from the crispy almond topping and the tender, flaky fish. Plus, it's a healthy and nutritious meal that's perfect for any occasion. Give this recipe a try and let us know how you like it in the comments below!
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