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Crispy Coconut Crusted Salmon with Salsa

Golden, crunchy coconut-crusted salmon topped with a fresh, vibrant salsa for a healthy yet indulgent seafood meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Autumn
Servings 4 fillets
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Ingredients
  

Cookie Batter

  • 4 fillets salmon skinless
  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Filling

  • 1 cup fresh salsa homemade

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Set up three bowls: flour with seasoning, beaten eggs, and coconut-panko mixture.
  • Coat salmon in flour, dip in egg, then press into coconut mixture.
  • Place salmon on baking sheet, drizzle lightly with oil.
  • Bake 15–18 minutes until cooked through and golden.
  • Top with fresh salsa and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra crispiness, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end of baking.
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