This simple paleo fish recipe for lightly-fried plaice in almond flour will satisfy Paleo eaters who are craving seafood. It also works well with other varieties of fish like sole, flounder, tilapia, halibut, and swordfish. A half-and-half combination of tapioca and coconut flour can replace the almond flour if needed. Serve the fish with slices of fresh lemon.
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Almond Crusted Plaice Fillets
Servings 2
Total Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
calories 537
carbohydrate 9g
protein 54g
fat 34g
Ingredients
- 1 pound(s) plaice fillet(s) (sole or flounder may also be substituted)
- 1 cup(s) almond flour
- 1/4 teaspoon(s) sea salt (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon(s) black pepper freshly ground
- 1 large egg(s) beaten
- 1 tablespoon(s) coconut oil
Instructions
- Rinse plaice fillets and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Season almond flour with sea salt (optional) and freshly ground black pepper; stir to combine.
- Dip each fillet in egg and then in almond flour mixture. Coat each fillet completely.
- Meanwhile, heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add coconut oil when pan is hot.
- Fry fillets in coconut oil for 2-3 minutes per side, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
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