Anti Inflammatory Paleo Lemon-Dill Coconut-Crusted Mahi-Mahi
Flaky mahi-mahi gets a serious upgrade here, coated in a fragrant blend of unsweetened shredded coconut, almond flour, fresh dill, and bright lemon zest before being pan-seared to a deep golden crust. The combination of ingredients does a lot of heavy lifting — coconut and almond flour bring healthy fats and skip the refined grains entirely, while avocado oil keeps the cooking process clean and stable over medium heat. What makes this dish especially satisfying is the contrast between that crispy, aromatic crust and the tender, mild fish underneath. Fresh dill and lemon zest aren't just garnish-level flavors here; they're built right into the coating, so every bite carries that herby, citrusy punch. For anyone trying to keep inflammation in check without sacrificing a genuinely craveable dinner, this skillet method delivers restaurant-quality results with straightforward, whole-food ingredients. Serve it with lemon wedges and a few extra dill sprigs for a plate that looks as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
- 4 mahi-mahi fillets (about 6 oz each), skin removed
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
For the crust
- ¾ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ¼ cup almond flour
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
For serving
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)
- fresh dill sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the mahi-mahi fillets thoroughly dry with paper towels, then season both sides with the salt and black pepper.
- 2
In a shallow dish, combine the shredded coconut, almond flour, lemon zest, chopped dill, and garlic powder, stirring until evenly mixed. Place the beaten egg in a separate shallow dish.
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