Nut-Crusted Fish

Ingredients

• 6 white fish fillets, such as tilapia or flounder
• 1/8 cup dry white wine, such as Chardonnay or pinot grigio wine
• 1/8 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/8 cup olive oil
• 1 egg
• 2 cups crushed walnuts
• 1/2 cup panko, breadcrumbs
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon basil
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Marinate fish in wine, olive oil, and lime juice at least two hours, until ready to coat. Reserve marinade.

2. 2

   In large bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, walnuts, and spices.

3. 3

   Beat the egg and dip each fillet into egg.

4. 4

   Coat fillets in walnut mixture, making coating as thick as possible.

5. 5

   Place in pan and pour leftover marinade into edge of pan, taking care not to wash off the breading.

6. 6

   Bake, covered, at 350 for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes when poked with a fork.

7. 7

   Serve with lightly seasoned rice pilaf or quinoa and steamed vegetables.