Coconut Crusted Salmon Pineapple Salsa (Print-Friendly Format)
Crispy coconut-coated salmon paired with zesty pineapple salsa for a lively, satisfying meal.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Salmon
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4 salmon fillets (approximately 170 grams each)
→ Coconut Crust
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120 grams unsweetened shredded coconut
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30 grams panko breadcrumbs
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30 grams all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs
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Salt to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ For Cooking
08 -
2 tablespoons coconut oil or olive oil
→ Pineapple Salsa
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150 grams fresh pineapple, diced
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60 grams red bell pepper, finely chopped
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40 grams red onion, finely chopped
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1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
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Juice of 1 lime
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10 grams fresh cilantro, chopped
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Salt to taste
# How to Make It:
01 -
In a medium bowl, mix together chopped pineapple, diced red bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, minced jalapeño, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Season with salt and stir well. Set aside to allow flavors to develop.
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Preheat oven to 200°C if baking, or heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with coconut oil for frying.
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Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one containing a mix of shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs.
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Dredge each salmon fillet in the seasoned flour, ensuring an even coating. Dip into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly in the coconut-panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
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For baking, arrange the breaded fillets on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through and the crust is golden. For frying, add fillets to the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
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Arrange cooked salmon fillets on plates and generously spoon pineapple salsa over each portion. Serve immediately, accompanied by jasmine rice or fresh salad if desired.
# Extra Tips:
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For extra crispiness, let the breaded salmon rest for a few minutes before cooking to allow the coating to set.