Peanut-Crusted Fish Fillets with Fried Bananas

1. 1

   Peel the bananas and cut them lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices.

2. 2

   In a large ovenproof skillet heat 2 tablespoons of the butter and the oil over moderately high heat until the foam subsides, saute the banana slices for 1 minute on each side, or until they are golden, and transfer them with a spatula to a plate.

3. 3

   Pat the fish dry and sprinkle it with the cumin and salt and pepper, to taste.

4. 4

   Have ready in 1 shallow dish the egg beaten with the salt, in another shallow dish, the peanuts.

5. 5

   Dip each fillet in the egg mixture, letting the excess drip off, and dredge it in the peanuts.

6. 6

   To the skillet add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter, heat it over moderately high heat until the foam subsides, and in it saute the fillets for 3 minutes.

7. 7

   Turn the fillets, top them with the banana slices, and saute them for 2 minutes more.

8. 8

   Drizzle the fish with the lime juice, transfer the skillet to the middle of a preheated 450 degree oven, and bake the fish for 5 minutes.

9. 9

   Transfer the fillets with a spatula to 4 heated plates and serve them with the lime wedges.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.