Sesame Coconut-Crusted Halibut
This sesame coconut-crusted halibut is a delicious way to serve fresh fish! The mustard, sesame, and coconut crust adds perfect flavor and crunch.
Ingredients
- 2 halibut fillets, (skin removed)
- 4 teaspoons stone-ground mustard
- 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut chips , (or shredded coconut)
- 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
- freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Coat both sides of each halibut fillet with mustard, about 1 teaspoon per side.
- Cut the fillets in half so you have 4 pieces of halibut.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the coconut and sesame seeds.
- Coat both sides of each halibut fillet with the coconut mixture, then season with pepper to taste.
- In a skillet large enough to hold all four fillets, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the halibut fillets. Cook for about 4 minutes, then flip and cook the other side for another 3 minutes or so. The fish should be golden on the outside and opaque all the way through.
Notes
This recipe is for 4 servings. Each serving will be 1 piece of halibut.
Your halibut will be best-served right away.
If you have leftovers, they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and should be eaten within a day or two.
Nutrition Info Per Serving
Nutrition Facts
Sesame Coconut-Crusted Halibut
Serving Size
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
317
% Daily Value*
Fat
24
g
37
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
30
%
Trans Fat
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
13
g
Cholesterol
52
mg
17
%
Sodium
176
mg
7
%
Potassium
325
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
7
g
2
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
5
g
6
%
Protein
17
g
34
%
Vitamin A
0
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
0
mg
0
%
Calcium
40
mg
4
%
Iron
0.9
mg
5
%
Net carbs
6
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.