Coconut Crusted Tilapia
Tuba
This Coconut Crusted Tilapia is a delightful twist on a classic, combining tender, flaky fish with a crispy, golden crust. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick yet impressive meal that feels indulgent without being heavy.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 220 kcal
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup whole wheat ritz crackers, crushed
- 1/3 cup liquid egg whites
- 6 4 ounce tilapia fillets
Preheat oven to 400 degrees
Place foil on a baking sheet and spray with non-stick spray.
Combine coconut, bread crumbs, and crackers in a bowl. Put egg whites in another bowl.
Dip the tilapia in the egg, then in the coconut crumb mixture. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until tilapia is done. (Check tilapia at about 15 minutes so it won't burn.)
Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 36gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 212mgPotassium: 541mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 119IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 2mg
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