Pine NutCrusted Fish Recipe

Name: Pine NutCrusted Fish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unseasoned bread crumbs; 2 garlic cloves, minced or pressed; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts; 1 egg; 1 1/2 pounds fish fillets; Olive oil

Servings: persons

1/2 cup unseasoned bread crumbs
2 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
1 egg
1 1/2 pounds fish fillets
Olive oil

1
In a blender or the bowl of a food processor, combine the bread crumbs, garlic, oregano, grated lemon peel, salt, and pepper, and process until well blended.
2
Add the pine nuts and process until they are evenly chopped.
3
Place the bread crumb mixture in a shallow bowl large enough to hold a single fish fillet.
4
In another bowl, beat the egg.
5
Dip each fillet into the beaten egg and then coat each side with the bread crumb mixture.
6
Place the breaded fillets on a piece of waxed paper or a plate.
7
Heat a large skillet and add about 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
8
On medium heat, cook the fillets for about 4 minutes for every 1/2 inch of thickness.
9
Turn the fish and cook on the second side for an equal amount of time.
10
If you need to cook the fish in batches, add more oil for each batch.
11
Serve something fresh and colorful on the side: Tomatoes & Onions with Mint (page 205), Broccoli Tomato Salad (page 204), or Broccoli Slaw (page 208).

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup unseasoned bread crumbs, 2 garlic cloves, minced or pressed, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel, and more.

Yes, Pine NutCrusted Fish 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.

Pine NutCrusted Fish

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