Sesame Seared Yellowtail Snapper
This sesame-crusted yellowtail snapper is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor. The fish is coated in a mixture of sesame seeds, coconut aminos, ginger, garlic, salt, and black pepper, then pan-fried in coconut oil until the sesame seeds are golden brown and the fish is cooked through. The result is a crispy, flavorful fish that's perfect for a light and healthy meal.
Yellowtail snapper is a popular fish in Hawaii, and this recipe is inspired by the traditional Hawaiian dish of poke. Poke is typically made with raw fish that is marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, sesame oil, and green onions. This recipe takes the flavors of poke and applies them to a pan-fried fish, resulting in a dish that is both familiar and new. The sesame seeds add a nutty flavor and a crispy texture to the fish, while the coconut aminos add a slightly sweet and salty flavor. The ginger and garlic add a bit of spice and depth of flavor, and the salt and black pepper help to balance out the other flavors. This dish is quick and easy to make, and it's perfect for a light and healthy meal.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 2 yellowtail snapper fillets
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp coconut aminos
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 1 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions
  1. Pat dry the yellowtail snapper fillets with a paper towel.
  2. In a shallow dish, mix together sesame seeds, coconut aminos, ginger, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Dip each fillet in the sesame seed mixture, pressing the seeds onto the fish to coat evenly.
  4. Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add the fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the sesame seeds are golden brown and the fish is cooked through.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!
Why It Works
  • The sesame seeds add a nutty flavor and a crispy texture to the fish.
  • The coconut aminos add a slightly sweet and salty flavor.
  • The ginger and garlic add a bit of spice and depth of flavor.
  • The salt and black pepper help to balance out the other flavors.
  • The fish is cooked in coconut oil, which adds a light and healthy flavor.