Ingredients:

  • 4 (6 oz / 170g) tilapia fillets
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) fresh lemon juice
  • ½ tsp (3g) sea salt
  • ¼ tsp (1g) cracked black pepper
  • ½ cup (60g) superfine almond flour
  • ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp (2g) garlic powder
  • ½ tsp (1g) smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp (1g) onion powder

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Use paper towels to press firmly onto both sides of the tilapia fillets to remove all surface moisture.
  3. Brush each fillet with a thin layer of lemon juice to act as a natural binder.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
  5. Press the top side of each fillet firmly into the breading mixture, ensuring a thick, even layer is embedded into the fish.
  6. Place the fillets on the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is mahogany-colored and the fish flakes easily with a fork.