Crispy Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi Recipe
Create this perfect crispy Macadamia Nut Cruste Mahi Mahi for a special dinner. This mahi mahi is coated in a crunchy layer of toasted macadamia nuts drizzled with a sweet lilikoi beurre blanc sauce.
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What is Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi?
This mahi mahi is coated in a crunchy layer of toasted macadamia nuts, giving it a nutty, buttery crust that perfectly complements the tender, flaky fish. Paired with the silky, tangy-sweet lilikoi (passion fruit) beurre blanc, this dish is a delightful fusion of textures and flavors.
Where can you find Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi?
This dish can typically be found in a lot of restaurants out in Hawaii, especially in high-end restaurants like hotels. It’s a popular dish in Hawaii, so why not make it at home to enjoy with your family?
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What are the ingredients for Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi?
To make macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi you’ll need:
Lilikoi Buerre Blanc
Suggested ingredients
Fresh fish is the best! Getting freshly caught fish is a game changer and has changed my husband’s opinion on fish. There is no fishy taste and the fish is extra flaky and has a phenomenal taste.
But, you don’t have access to fresh mahi mahi? Buying frozen fillets is perfectly fine. You can often buy mahi mahi in Costco or at the local grocery store. I have often bought fish in the frozen aisle.
Also, you could order the fish online and they will pack the fish frozen and have it safely arrive at your door still frozen.
How do you make Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi?
To make Macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi, it is pretty easy to make by doing this:
Mahi Mahi
Lilikoi Buerre Blanc
Are there similar recipes for Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi?
If you are looking for more fish or pan fried recipes, you should try out these recipes:
Tips & FAQs
Can I use a different type of fish for this recipe?
Yes, you can substitue mahi mahi for firm, white fish like halibut, snapper, or cod.
How do I keep the macadamia crust from falling off?
Make sure the fish is dry and lightly coated with flour and egg wash before applying the nut crust to help it stick.
Can I bake instead of pan-frying the mahi mahi?
Yes, you can apply a thin coat of oil and bake the fish at 400°F for 12-15 minutes or until it’s cooked through and golden.
What can I serve with macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi?
I personally love eating it with hot white rice and garlic sauteed spinach. It also goes with seared asparagus or fresh mango salsa.
Give this onolicious recipe a try! If you did give it a try, please leave a comment with a star rating below. Mahalo!
Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi
Ingredients
- 4-6 mahi mahi fillets
- salt & pepper
- flour
- egg
- 1/2 cup roughly chopped macadamia nuts
- 1/4 cup panko (bread crumbs)
- oil
Lilikoi Buerre Blanc
- 4 tbsp finely chopped sweet onions
- 3 fl oz white wine
- 3 tbsp lilikoi jam
- 2 fl oz heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
Instructions
Crusted Mahi Mahi
- Pat dry the mahi mahi and season it with salt and pepper.
- Ground the macadamia nuts in a blender or food processor. Combine macadamia nuts with the panko.
- Dredge the mahi mahi in flour, egg, and macadamia nuts mixture.
- Heat up a pan with the olive oil over medium heat. Pan fry the mahi mahi until it is golden brown on both sides, about 2 minutes each side.
- Add the fish to the oven and let it bake for just 5 minutes.
Lilikoi Buerre Blanc
- Add the chopped onions, white wine, and lilikoi jelly to a pan over medium heat. Whisk lightly to combine everything and let it reduce until the white wine has evaporated.
- Add the heavy cream and reduce half of the heavy cream.
- Turn off the heat and add in the butter until it has melted.
- Serve the fish over hot rice and sautéed spinach. Drizzle on the lilikoi sauce and enjoy this onolicious meal!
