Fructose Free Coconut Crusted Halibut
Flaky, golden halibut with a crispy coconut crust is the kind of dinner that feels restaurant-worthy but comes together in a single skillet. The coating is built from unsweetened shredded coconut and cassava flour, both naturally free from fructose, so you get serious crunch without any of the usual breadcrumb or wheat-based fillers that can sneak in problematic ingredients. Coconut aminos and a splash of fresh lemon juice act as the binder, giving every bite a subtle savory brightness that complements the mild, meaty fish beautifully. A warm blend of ground ginger and turmeric seasons the fillets underneath the crust, adding depth and a gorgeous golden hue before the pan even gets involved. Cooking in coconut oil over medium heat means the crust develops that deep, toasty color and releases cleanly — no soggy coating, no sticking, just a perfect sear on both sides. Served straight from the skillet with lemon wedges and a scatter of fresh parsley, this is a clean, satisfying meal that proves eating around fructose doesn't mean sacrificing flavor or texture.
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4 servings
- 4 halibut fillets (about 6 oz each), skin removed
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 3 tbsp coconut oil
For the crust
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tbsp cassava flour
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For the binder
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving
- fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the halibut fillets completely dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine the salt, ground ginger, and ground turmeric, then sprinkle the mixture evenly over both sides of each fillet.
- 2
In a shallow dish, stir together the shredded coconut, cassava flour, parsley, dried thyme, and the 1/4 tsp salt until evenly combined.
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