Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our meticulously crafted Macadamia-Crusted Mahi-Mahi with Coconut Beurre Blanc, a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. This exquisite dish features tender mahi-mahi fillets, coated in a crunchy macadamia nut crust, perfectly balancing the delicate fish with a nutty richness. The coconut beurre blanc sauce, a luscious emulsion of butter, coconut milk, and white wine, adds a velvety smoothness and a hint of tropical sweetness, elevating the mahi-mahi to new heights of culinary excellence. Accompanied by a medley of roasted vegetables, this dish is a feast for the eyes and the palate, offering a delightful interplay of textures and flavors. Additionally, discover variations of this delectable recipe, including a delectable pan-seared mahi-mahi with a crispy macadamia crust, a zesty lemon-herb beurre blanc sauce, and a refreshing mango salsa, or a delightful baked mahi-mahi with a macadamia-Parmesan crust, served with a creamy coconut-lime sauce. Each recipe offers a unique twist on the classic combination of mahi-mahi and macadamia nuts, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience.
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MACADAMIA-CRUSTED MAHI MAHI
Turn mahi mahi fillets into fancy company fare with a crunchy coating of macadamia nuts and panko, then drizzle with a yummy, gingery sauce. Our judges raved about the flavor of this fast-fixing fish entree-so will your family and friends! Idana Mooney - Moreno Valley, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the bread crumbs, nuts, salt and pepper in a food processor; cover and pulse until nuts are finely chopped., In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and water. Place flour and nut mixture in separate shallow bowls. Coat fillets with flour, then dip in egg mixture and coat with nut mixture., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; cook fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown., Meanwhile, in a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the brown sugar, soy sauce and ginger. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 30-60 seconds or until sugar is dissolved. Drizzle over fish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 29g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
MACADAMIA NUT CRUSTED MAHI MAHI
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a food processor or blender, pulse together macadamia nuts and breadcrumbs until finely ground. Pour nut mixture onto a plate, and coat fish fillets on both sides.
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry fillets on both sides until nuts are golden brown. Remove to a baking pan.
- Add shallots to skillet, and cook until translucent. Stir in chicken stock. Mix in pineapple, papaya, mango, coconut, and habanero peppers. Season with salt, pepper, and sugar to taste. Simmer until sauce is thick, about 30 minutes. Strain to remove peppers, fruit, and shallots. Reserve sauce in a pan over low heat.
- Bake mahi mahi in preheated oven about 10 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 140 degrees F. Remove fish, and lightly coat with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 168.2 mg, Fat 25.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 36.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 1040.6 mg, Sugar 7.7 g
MACADAMIA-CRUSTED MAHI MAHI WITH COCONUT "BEURRE BLANC"
My mahi mahi specialty tastes like your are splurging, but it is really a healthy twist on a decadent favorite. This fish is delicious served with saffron rice or couscous. -Karen S. Shelton, Collierville, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings (1 cup sauce).
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice, shallot, ginger and garlic. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for 3 minutes. Stir in the coconut milk, sugar, salt and pepper. Simmer, stirring occasionally until mixture is reduced by half, about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in butter., Pat fish dry; place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. , In a small bowl, combine the orange zest, juice, ginger, garlic powder and cumin. Spoon over fish. Let stand for 10 minutes. Combine the bread crumbs, nuts and oil; mound onto each fillet., Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 14-16 minutes or until fish just turns opaque and crumb mixture is golden brown. Cover loosely with foil if crust browns too quickly. Serve with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 289mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
MACADAMIA CRUSTED TILAPIA WITH WHITE CHOCOLATE BEURRE BLANC
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place flour in shallow bowl. Whisk eggs in small bowl to blend. Finely grind nuts in processor. Transfer nuts to another bowl. Season fish with salt and pepper. Coat fish with flour. Dip fish into eggs, then macadamia nuts, coating completely. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in each of 2 heavy large skillets over medium heat. Place 3 fillets in each skillet; cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer fillets to large baking sheet. Bake fish until just opaque in center, about 7 minutes. Top with White Chocolate Beurre Blanc and serve.
- Cook shallots in olive oil in a heavy saucepan over medium high heat, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes, adding garlic in the last minute. Deglaze with wine and reduce by half. Add cream and coconut milk and reduce by half once more. Remove sauce from heat and mount with white chocolate until sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
MACADAMIA NUT CRUSTED MAHI MAHI
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. In a medium bowl, stir together the nuts, panko, flour, and butter. Set aside.
- Place a piece of aluminum foil on a baking sheet and brush it liberally with vegetable oil. Place the mahi mahi on the foil and sprinkle each fillet with salt and pepper on both sides. Bake for 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and brush each fillet with the coconut milk. Divide the nut mixture among the tops of the 4 fillets, patting the mixture to spread and adhere to the fillets. Return to the oven and bake for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow to stand 10 minutes before serving.
MAHIMAHI WITH MACADAMIA NUT CRUST
Steps:
- Place mahimahi in shallow dish. Pour lime juice over. Marinate 1 hour, turning fish over occasionally.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine panko and next 3 ingredients in small bowl. Mix in 2 tablespoons butter. Season generously with pepper. Pour remaining 2 tablespoons butter into shallow baking dish. Remove mahimahi from marinade and place in baking dish, turning to coat with butter. Spoon panko mixture atop fish, dividing evenly. Press topping gently to adhere. Bake until fish is cooked through, about 20 minutes. Transfer to plates and serve.
MACADAMIA CRUSTED MAHI MAHI
Alton Brown's recipe, with some minor tweaks. The coconut milk and macadamias impart a great flavor. Most types of fish would probably work, if you have a substitution in mind. This is good to make when you have a can of coconut milk open already for something else.
Provided by Maito
Categories Mahi Mahi
Time 30m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Mix nuts, bread crumbs, flour, and tub margarine.
- Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray. Lay fish on the foil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake fish for 7 minutes. Remove from oven, brush with coconut milk, and top with nut mixture. Pat mixture down so that it sticks to the fish. You can fold foil edges around fish to condense toppings.
- Bake fish for additional 12-16 minutes, or until fish is cooked through and crust is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.2, Fat 21.5, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 165.5, Sodium 327.2, Carbohydrate 14.7, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1.9, Protein 45.8
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and ensure that your dish turns out perfectly.
- Choose Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your dish will taste. Look for high-quality, seasonal ingredients whenever possible.
- Don't Overcook the Fish: Mahi-mahi is a delicate fish that can easily be overcooked. Cook it just until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Make the Coconut Beurre Blanc Ahead of Time: This sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. When you're ready to serve, simply reheat it gently over low heat.
- Garnish with Fresh Herbs: Fresh herbs like cilantro, basil, or chives add a pop of color and flavor to this dish. Sprinkle them over the fish before serving.
Conclusion:
This macadamia-crusted mahi-mahi with coconut beurre blanc is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The fish is cooked to perfection and the sauce is rich and flavorful. The combination of the macadamia nuts, coconut, and beurre blanc creates a unique and unforgettable flavor profile. This dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
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