Peanut Free Paleo Ginger-Scallion Coconut-Crusted Mahi-Mahi
Flaky mahi-mahi gets a serious upgrade here, coated in a fragrant crust of shredded coconut, fresh ginger, and sliced scallion greens that crisps up beautifully in a hot pan of coconut oil. The coconut aminos bring a savory, umami-rich depth without any soy, and a pinch of red pepper flakes keeps things lively without overwhelming the delicate fish. Every single ingredient in this recipe is naturally free from peanuts and peanut-derived products, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. The technique is straightforward — an egg wash locks the coconut mixture onto each fillet, and a few undisturbed minutes in the skillet reward you with a golden, crackling crust that holds together when you flip it. A squeeze of lime and a scatter of fresh cilantro at the end brighten the whole plate and tie the tropical flavors together. It's the kind of weeknight dinner that looks and tastes like something from a restaurant, but comes together with minimal fuss and a very short ingredient list.
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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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