Coconut Crusted Tilapia: Easy and Delicious Family Favorite Recipes
A delectable dish that brings tropical flavors to your family table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces tilapia fillets
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix the shredded coconut, panko breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each tilapia fillet in the egg, then coat it with the coconut mixture.
- Place the coated fillets on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and the coating is golden brown.
Notes
- Serve with a side of rice or a fresh salad.
- For extra flavor, add lime juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Coconut Crusted Tilapia