TILAPIA... WHITE CHOCOLATE MACADAMIA CRUSTED TILAPIA

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Although not normally a fish fan, a friend decided to try this Red Lobster menu item last year after reading its description. As it turns out this dish won a Food Network Challange which is why it was being showcased. After being tempted by the description of white chocolate, toasted macadmia nuts and coconut, and a smooth sweet sauce, it was a must try. Needless to say it was a huge hit and after trying it myself I am a true believer too. If you want a great fish dish that is as captivating and delightness as a great dessert too... this is the recipe for you.

Provided by Timothy H.

Categories     Tilapia

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/3 cup chopped macadamia nuts
1/3 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
4 tablespoons melted butter
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
1/4 cup white wine
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup shaved white chocolate (use real white chocolate only, not white baking chips )
kosher salt
4 tilapia fillets
sea salt
paprika
fresh ground black pepper
1 cup coconut milk (or Coco Lopez)

Steps:

  • 1, FOR MACADAMIA CRUST: Mix all of first 4 crust ingredients well.
  • 2. Spread crust out on to a baking sheet.
  • 3. Bake in a 300°F oven for approximately 15 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
  • 4. FOR WHITE CHOCOLATE SAUCE: In a small non-reactive sauce pan add the shallot, wine and lemon juice. Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Simmer until liquid has reduced by 2/3.
  • 5. In another saucepan add the heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and reduce by 1/3.
  • 6, While liquids are reducing, cut the butter into small pieces.
  • 7. Once liquids are reduced, remove from heat and strain the shallot lemon mixture and add it to the heavy cream.
  • 8.Keeping the pan warm, slowly add 2-3 pieces of the butter to the lemon cream mixture while continually whisking. Continue to whisk while adding remaining butter.
  • 9. Next whisk in the white chocolate until fully incorporated.
  • 10. TILAPIA PREP: Spray a baking dish with non stick spray.
  • 11. Place 4 tilapia fillets flesh side up.
  • 12. Season filets with sea salt, pepper and paprika.
  • 13. Brush Coconut Milk or Coco Lopez over the top of each fish filet.
  • 14. Bake the prepared fish in a 350°F oven for approximately 10-15 minutes or until fish reaches 150°F internally.
  • 15. PRESENTATION: Portion the chocolate sauce onto 4 plates.
  • 16. Place the cooked fish on top of the chocolate sauce.
  • 17. Top each filet with the macadamia topping. Enjoy!

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