Mushroom Free Paleo Lemon-Dill Coconut-Crusted Mahi-Mahi
Bright, herby, and satisfying in a way that feels almost too good for a weeknight, this pan-seared mahi-mahi delivers serious restaurant energy with a crust made entirely from shredded coconut, almond flour, fresh dill, and lemon zest. The combination is fragrant and golden, with a satisfying crunch that holds up beautifully against the flaky, mild fish underneath. Because the coating relies on whole, grain-free ingredients, it fits naturally into a paleo approach without any substitutions or workarounds — just real food doing its thing. Mahi-mahi is a firm, meaty fish that handles the skillet well, and pressing the coconut mixture firmly onto each egg-washed fillet means you get an even, crispy crust on both sides. A squeeze of fresh lemon over the top right before serving ties all those bright flavors together and makes the dill really sing. This is the kind of dish that looks impressive on the plate but comes together in a single skillet with minimal cleanup — a genuine win any night of the week.
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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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