Pecan Crusted Tilapia
Pecan Crusted Tilapia is a flavorful and crispy fish dish featuring tender tilapia fillets coated with a crunchy pecan crust, perfect for a healthy and delicious dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup pecans, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a shallow dish, combine the chopped pecans, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the flour in another shallow dish.
- In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, Dijon mustard, and honey until smooth.
- Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels.
- Lightly coat each fillet with flour, shaking off excess.
- Dip fillets into the egg mixture, then press firmly into the pecan and breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides thoroughly.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add fillets and cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer fillets to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes or until fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
For extra flavor, serve with a fresh herb yogurt sauce or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to brighten the dish.