Alpha Gal Friendly Paleo Ginger-Scallion Coconut-Crusted Mahi-Mahi
Flaky mahi-mahi gets a serious upgrade here, pressed into a fragrant crust of shredded coconut, fresh ginger, and sliced scallion greens before hitting a hot skillet of coconut oil until deeply golden on both sides. The result is a fish fillet with real crunch and a warm, slightly spicy edge that feels restaurant-worthy without any complicated technique. For anyone managing alpha-gal syndrome, seafood is a natural go-to protein, and this recipe leans into that fully — every single ingredient is free from mammalian meat, dairy, or hidden animal byproducts that can sneak into store-bought sauces and coatings. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce and add a subtle savory depth that ties the whole crust together beautifully. A squeeze of fresh lime over the top right before serving brightens everything up and cuts through the richness of the coconut oil. It's the kind of weeknight dinner that looks impressive on the plate but comes together with just two shallow dishes and one skillet.
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4 servings
For the fish
- 4 mahi-mahi fillets (6 oz each), skin removed
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the crust
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 3 scallions, green parts only, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
For cooking
- 3 tbsp coconut oil
For serving
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the mahi-mahi fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides with the salt and black pepper.
- 2
In a shallow dish, combine the shredded coconut, scallion greens, grated ginger, coconut aminos, and red pepper flakes, stirring until evenly mixed.
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