Ava eats Nauru (Global Table Adventure)

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while canned fish is budget-friendly.

shredded coconut

🥗Healthier: unsweetened coconut flakes

💰Cheaper: desiccated coconut

Unsweetened flakes reduce sugar intake, while desiccated coconut is often less expensive.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats provide a healthier alternative, while crushed crackers can be more economical.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil enhances flavor, while vegetable oil is usually less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking.

Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or grease a frying pan with oil.

Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for a mixture of breadcrumbs and shredded coconut.

Season the flour with salt and pepper.

Dredge each fish fillet in the flour, shaking off excess.

Dip the floured fillet into the beaten eggs, ensuring it's fully coated.

Coat the fillet in the coconut-breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

Place the coated fillet on the prepared baking sheet or frying pan.

Bake for 15-20 minutes until the fish is cooked through and the coating is golden, or fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.

Serve with lime wedges and enjoy!

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