How to Make Crusted Mahi Mahi

Want to serve fish with a little flair? Try this macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi recipe. It is not too difficult to make, and impressive enough for a dinner with friends. Mahi Mahi is a tasty fish that's easy to work with, and the mango chutney not only looks pretty, but adds a great kick. Try it tonight.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• 4 (6 ounce) skinless mahi mahi fish steaks
• Rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp. soy sauce
• 1 large mango, diced 1/4-inch
• 1 tbsp. minced red onion
• 1 tbsp. minced ginger
• 1 tbsp. chopped mint
• 2 tbsp. sweetened flaked coconut
• 1/2 cup roasted, salted macadamia nuts, finely chopped
• 3 tbsp. bread crumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp. butter

Macadamia Crusted Mahi Mahi

1. Place mahi mahi in 1-gallon plastic food storage bag. Drizzle with 1/4 cup rice vinegar and soy sauce. Refrigerate 30-60 minutes, turning fish over once.
2. Mango Prepare chutney in a medium serving bowl by combining mango, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, red onion, ginger, mint and coconut. Add more rice vinegar, to taste. Let chutney sit at room temperature until ready to serve.
3. Combine macadamia and bread crumbs in a shallow bowl.
4. Beat egg in another shallow bowl.
5. Melt butter in a 10- to 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Drain fish and pat dry. Dip each piece of fish in egg, and then in the macadamia mixture. Place in skillet.
6. Cook over medium heat approximately 8 minutes per side, or until cooked as desired. Serve with mango ginger chutney.

Tips & Warnings

• Serve with baked potatoes and a salad.