Coconut Tilapia Recipe

Name: Coconut Tilapia
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tilapia fillets; Dipping Mixture; 1 egg; 1/4 cup water; 1/3 cup cornstarch; Coconut Coating; 1 1/2 cups coconut flakes; 1/4 teaspoon curry powder; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; Peanut Sauce; 1 tablespoon peanut butter; 2 tablespoons curry sauce (can be bought in stores or can be made by combining coconut milk and green curry powder); 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/4 teaspoon lime juice; 1/4 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes; 1/4 teaspoon soy sauce; 1 pinch ginger; 1 pinch sage; 1/4 teaspoon brown sugar (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tilapia fillets
Dipping Mixture
1 egg
1/4 cup water
1/3 cup cornstarch
Coconut Coating
1 1/2 cups coconut flakes
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Peanut Sauce
1 tablespoon peanut butter
2 tablespoons curry sauce (can be bought in stores or can be made by combining coconut milk and green curry powder)
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon soy sauce
1 pinch ginger
1 pinch sage
1/4 teaspoon brown sugar (optional)

1
In a wide bowl/container, mix coconut flakes, curry powder, garlic powder, paprika (set aside).
2
In a small bowl, mix 1 egg, 1/4 cup water and 1/3 cup of corn starch.
3
Dip the Tilapia fillets in the egg mixture. Use a plastic bag to cover your hands when handling fillets, if preferred. Coat the fillets thoroughly with the coconut flake mixture, especially along the top, as this dramatically improves the appearance of the dish while baking.
4
Bake the Tilapia fillets at 350 degrees for about 12-14 minutes (or however long until the fish is fully white). Use cooking spray or butter the pan so the fish does not stick.
5
While the Tilapia is baking, make the peanut sauce. Mix all of the ingredients listed above. Vary ingredient amounts to your liking. Cool or set aside until the Tilapia is ready.
6
Broil the fillets for a few minutes until golden.
7
Serve the fillets on a plate and scoop the peanut sauce on the side.

123

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tilapia fillets, Dipping Mixture, 1 egg, 1/4 cup water, and more.

Yes, Coconut Tilapia falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Coconut Tilapia

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