Welcome to our kitchen! Today, we’re going to prepare a flavorful and crispy dish – Millet Crusted Fish. This recipe uses nutritious millets as a crunchy coating for tender fish fillets, creating a delightful combination of textures and flavors. Let’s dive into the recipe!

Ingredients

• 4 Fish fillets (such as tilapia, cod, or salmon)
• 1/2 cup mixed Millets (such as a combination of foxtail millet and quinoa)
• 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/2 tsp Paprika
• 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper
• 2 Eggs, beaten
• 2 tbsp Olive oil

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Millet Crust

1. Prepare millet mixture: In a food processor or blender, pulse mixed millets until coarsely ground, similar to breadcrumbs.
2. Combine crust ingredients: In a shallow bowl, mix ground millets, Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2: Coat and Cook Fish

1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Coat fish fillets: Pat dry fish fillets with paper towels. Dip each fillet into beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off. Coat fillets evenly with the millet breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
3. Cook fish: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add coated fish fillets and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
4. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until fish is cooked through and crust is crispy.

Step 3: Serve

1. Garnish: Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes. Garnish Millet Crusted Fish with fresh herbs like parsley or dill.
2. Serve: Serve hot with lemon wedges and your favorite side dishes such as steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.

Tips and Variations

• Fish options: Use your favorite type of fish fillets for this recipe.
• Gluten-free: Ensure breadcrumbs and millets used are gluten-free if desired.
• Dipping sauce: Serve with tartar sauce, aioli, or a squeeze of lemon juice for added flavor.

Nutritional Benefits

Millet Crusted Fish offers a healthy twist on classic breaded fish recipes, providing a crunchy texture from millets and a boost of protein and omega-3 fatty acids from fish.

Enjoy making and savoring this Millet Crusted Fish for a delicious and nutritious meal that’s sure to please your taste buds!