Coconut-Crusted Mahi-Mahi with Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-30 · Updated 2026-03-30

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Tender mahi-mahi fillets coated in a sweet coconut and almond crust, served with a vibrant mango salsa that adds a refreshing contrast to the dish's richness. This Puerto Rican-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs mahi-mahi fillets, coconut flakes, almonds for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Puerto Rican cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) mahi-mahi fillets
1/2 cup (grated) coconut flakes
1/4 cup (finely chopped) almonds
2 tbsp flour
2 (beaten) eggs
1 (ripe, diced) mango
1/4 cup (finely chopped) red onion
2 tbsp (chopped) cilantro
1 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp olive oil
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a bowl, mix coconut flakes, almonds, and flour. Dredge each mahi-mahi fillet in the mixture, then dip in beaten eggs, and coat again in the coconut-almond mixture. Place on the baking sheet.
Step 3: Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the fish is flaky and cooked through.
Step 4: In a bowl, combine mango, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper. Serve salsa alongside the fish.