almond crusted baked fish fillets
These almond crusted baked fish fillets offer a crunchy, nutty coating with tender, flaky fish inside, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 1 cup finely ground almonds
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a shallow bowl, combine ground almonds, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each fish fillet first into the egg mixture, then coat evenly with the almond mixture.
- Place the coated fillets on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle or brush with olive oil.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges and your choice of sides.
Notes
For extra crispiness, broil the fish fillets for the last 1-2 minutes but watch carefully to avoid burning.
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