❗Ingredients:
For the Coconut-Crusted Tilapia Bites:
1 lb (450g) tilapia fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon olive oil
Lime wedges for serving
For the Mango-Lime Salsa:
1 ripe mango, diced
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1/4 red onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
1 jalapeño, minced (optional for spice)
For the Cilantro Rice:
1 1/2 cups jasmine or basmati rice
3 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Zest and juice of 1 lime
❗How to Make Coconut-Crusted Tilapia Bites with Mango-Lime Salsa & Cilantro Rice: