Pecan Free Paleo Lemon-Dill Coconut-Crusted Mahi-Mahi
Bright, herby, and satisfying, this pan-seared mahi-mahi brings serious restaurant energy to a weeknight dinner without any complicated steps. The crust is built from unsweetened shredded coconut and almond flour, which toast up beautifully in avocado oil to give each fillet a deeply golden, crispy exterior that holds together perfectly when you flip it. Fresh dill and lemon zest woven into the coating make every bite feel light and vibrant, while garlic powder adds just enough savory depth to round things out. Because the ingredient list is straightforward and entirely tree-nut-free beyond the almond flour, you can cook with confidence knowing exactly what's going into the pan. The technique is simple — pat the fish dry, coat it, and let it cook undisturbed until the crust releases cleanly — and the payoff is a fillet that looks and tastes far more impressive than the effort involved. A squeeze of fresh lemon at the table ties everything together and makes this dish feel genuinely special.
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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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