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    Coconut Crusted Mahi-Mahi with Pineapple Beer Butter Sauce

    Published: Jul 27, 2022 · Modified: Dec 17, 2023 by Angela and Mark · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

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    Mahi-mahi is a great fish and extremely versatile. The mild-tasting flaky white flesh has a wonderful texture and really brings us back to the Caribbean when we eat it. This Coconut Crusted Mahi-Mahi with Pineapple Beer Butter Sauce will make you feel like you are on vacation!

    Coconut Crusted Mahi Mahi with Pineapple Beer Butter Sauce
    Coconut Crusted Mahi-Mahi with Pineapple Beer Butter Sauce

    Mahi-Mahi

    Mahi-Mahi needs to be fresh if you buy it from a fishmonger or in the seafood section of a store, so be sure to ask questions and smell the fish. It should smell like the sea, not fishy! If you see frozen mahi-mahi, this is also a great option as it does freeze very well. Generally we will opt for frozen if we can't find a good quality fresh mahi-mahi.

    Cooking the Fish

    Because we have a fairly delicate dish, we need to use cookware and cooking techniques that are appropriate for a dish like this. We turn to our Calphalon Premier™ Hard-Anodized Cookware with new MineralShield™ nonstick technology. The only place you want the coconut crust to stick is the mahi-mahi itself, so using high-quality nonstick cookware is a must. Additionally, it is tough enough to withstand metal utensils, like a fish spatula, without scratching.

    The fish is first browned on the stove and then the entire pan is transferred to a 425°F oven. So you want to also make sure you use a pan that is oven safe to effectively make this recipe. This Calphalon cookware set is also oven safe up to 450°F degrees making it perfect to use for this mahi-mahi recipe.

    If you are in the market for a new set of nonstick cookware, we highly recommend Calphalon Premier™ Hard-Anodized Cookware with new MineralShield™ nonstick technology.

    Coconut Crusted Mahi-Mahi in nonstick skillet
    We use a nonstick skillet that is oven safe up to 450°F to cook the Coconut Crusted Mahi-Mahi

    Island Inspiration

    The inspiration behind this dish was from our recent trip to the Caribbean island of Anguilla. While there, we ate a lot of fresh from the ocean mahi-mahi, and pulled a lot of inspiration from the seasonings, spices, and sides that are typically served on this beautiful island.

    For example, we served this dish alongside two very common Anguillan sides: Pigeon Peas and Rice and fried plantains. The whole dish comes together as a tribute to the flavors of the islands and what we loved most about the food we enjoyed there.

    Island Flavors

    Salt, white pepper, and coriander are the only seasonings you’ll need here, and these really works well with mahi-mahi fish. The coconut provides a great flavor, and the Panko gives the crunchy exterior.

    And who doesn’t think of pineapple when coconut is involved? When prepared this way, they pair so well without being “sweet.” This is a savory dish, and the inherent sweetness of coconut and pineapple are just enough to bring balance without overwhelming the mahi-mahi.

    Pineapple Beer Butter Sauce drizzled over Coconut Crusted Mahi-Mahi
    Pineapple Beer Butter Sauce drizzled over Coconut Crusted Mahi-Mahi

    Pineapple Beer Butter Sauce

    The Pineapple Beer Butter Sauce is essentially a modified beurre blanc and extremely easy to make, although there are a few common errors people make that can ruin the sauce.

    The most common mistake people make is adding the butter too quickly, which will retard the emulsification.

    The second common mistake is to become impatient and turn the heat up to add the butter. The sauce will break into an oily mess, and it takes work to repair it. If you are the thermometer-type, just know that temps over 135°F will break a butter sauce like this, so chill on the heat – literally.

    Enjoy!

    We hope you enjoy this recipe for Coconut Crusted Mahi-Mahi with Pineapple Beer Butter Sauce! If you give it a try, leave us a comment below or tag us on Instagram @cooking_with_wine!

    Coconut Crusted Mahi-Mahi with Pineapple Beer Butter Sauce
    Coconut Crusted Mahi-Mahi with Pineapple Beer Butter Sauce
    Please note: This post was sponsored by Calphalon. All opinions are our own.

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    Coconut Crusted Mahi Mahi with Pineapple Beer Butter Sauce

    Coconut Crusted Mahi-Mahi with Pineapple Beer Butter Sauce

    A Caribbean-inspired dish of crispy coconut crusted Mahi-Mahi with a tasty pineapple beer butter sauce!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 35 minutes mins
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine Caribbean-Inspired
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 650 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    For the Fish

    • 4 6-oz mahi-mahi fillets (skin off)
    • 3 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 2 teaspoon white pepper
    • 2 teaspoon ground coriander
    • ⅔ cup all purpose flour
    • 2 eggs plus 2 tablespoon cold water
    • ⅔ cup toasted shredded coconut (unsweetened)
    • ⅓ cup panko breadcrumbs
    • 3 tablespoon unsalted butter

    For the Sauce

    • 4 oz Mexican beer
    • 4 oz Pineapple juice
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 8 tablespoon cold butter

    Garnish

    • Fresh cilantro leaves or cilantro microgreens
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    Instructions
     

    Prepare the Fish

    • Thoroughly dry the fish fillets. Coat with the salt, pepper, and ground coriander and place on a rack over a sheet pan and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes.
    • Preheat your oven to 425°F
    • Set up a breading station with flour in one bowl. Combine the eggs and water and beat until thoroughly combined in another bowl. Finally combine the coconut and breadcrumbs on a large plate or sheet tray. Remove the fish from the refrigerator and coat the fillets in flour. Then coat the fish in the egg wash and finally coat in the coconut mixture. Gently press the coconut and breadcrumbs into the fish to make it adhere better.
    • In a large nonstick, oven-safe skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter over medium high heat. Cook the mahi-mahi fillets for about 2 or 2 ½ minutes per side. You want the coating to darken, but not to burn. Remove from the heat and put the entire pan in the oven for about 10 minutes. You can test for doneness by pulling a fillet with two forks – it should flake easily, which means it is done.

    Prepare the Sauce

    • In a saucepan, combine the beer and pineapple juice and reduce over medium heat until there is about 2 tablespoon of liquid remaining. Remove from the heat and whisk in 1 tablespoon of butter at a time. If the mixture gets too cold to melt the butter, return to a low heat to warm it up but do not let the sauce boil. Once all the butter is incorporated, add the salt and taste – you can add more if necessary.
    • Serve the fish with a drizzle of the sauce at the table and fresh cilantro or cilantro microgreens.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 34gFat: 44gSaturated Fat: 29gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 268mgSodium: 2530mgPotassium: 797mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1337IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 4mg
    Keyword beer sauce, fish, mahi-mahi, pineapple, seafood
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    1. Paula says

      January 25, 2024 at 10:33 am

      5 stars
      Super delicious recipe!!!

      Reply
      • Angela and Mark says

        January 25, 2024 at 11:39 am

        Thanks Paula! So glad you liked it!

        Reply
    2. Nino Fisher says

      September 09, 2024 at 10:23 am

      Can I use sauteed spinach for the bed? What green can I use for the bed?

      Reply
      • Angela and Mark says

        September 09, 2024 at 11:56 am

        Yes, you definitely can enjoy sautéed spinach like we have pictured here, or whatever additional side you want. The spinach isn’t part of the recipe.

        Reply

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