This baked pecan crusted fish is as delicious as it is easy to make. Before you take your first bite, brace yourself for a taste sensation unlike any other. You can use any white fish for this recipe. In fact, I most of the time I can’t tell the difference because the pecans and other ingredients bring out the best in this dish.

Whether you make pecan crusted cod, haddock, pollock, or any other kind of fish, this is an impressive food! It’s perfect for a dinner party, family dinner, or any special occasion.

If you like seafood, this delicious dish will definitely become one of your favorites! You make these pecan crusted fish fillets in the oven, so you don’t have to clean up splatters later.

Ingredients

You’ll need enough white fish fillets so each person can have at least one. You also need mayonnaise, honey, and crushed pecans.

Other things you can add are extra salt, black pepper, seasoning salt, or lemon juice.

Directions

Since I like to use pecans in a lot of different dishes, I prefer to purchase big bags of pecan halves at Costco. Then I can either use them intact, or I crush them according to the needs of the recipe.

This recipe calls for crushed pecans. Sometimes I use my manual food processor, and other times I use my NutriBullet. It basically just depends on my mood that day.

However, if you don’t have a machine that can do the crushing for you, put some in a plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin. That’s how I used to do it, and it works just fine.

After you crush the pecans, spread them out on a large plate or sheet of wax paper. It’s much easier to roll the fish when you do this.

In a large bowl with a wide opening, mix the mayonnaise and honey. Make sure it’s well mixed so you have a nice blend of creamy sweetness throughout.

Dip the fish into the mixture making sure it is coated on both sides. Then, roll the fish in the crushed pecans.

Next, place the fish on a greased baking sheet or in a large baking dish. You can use nonstick cooking spray or olive oil to prevent the fish from sticking to the pan. I prefer using a casserole dish because it helps contain the pecans that roll off.

Now is the time to add additional seasoning. I lightly sprinkled some seasoning salt over it this time. I’ve also used Old Bay seasoning. Actually, any type of seasoning you like will work.

Finally, bake the fish until it is flaky. If you have thin fillets like I had, it takes about 18 minutes. One thing you don’t want to do is overcook the fish because it gets too dry.

I often test the fish by flaking a tiny bit with a fork. If it flakes easily, then it’s ready to come out of the oven.

Serve this fish with a side of lime or lemon wedges. And if you want extra garnish, sprinkle a little bit of chopped parsley or chives over the top.

This fish is delicious with a variety of side dishes. If you like potatoes, you’ll love these buttermilk garlic mashed potatoes.

This yummy onion-seasoned rice is also a wonderful side for any fish dinner.

Condiments for Fish

You’ll love the combination of the crunchy texture of the nuts and the creamy sweetness of the honey-flavored mayo. This is one recipe you’ll want to keep. When I make pecan-crusted fish, I also make this super easy but flavorful creamy tartar sauce. It’s perfect for dipping the fish.

Or you might prefer this zesty cocktail sauce. Both sauces are easy to make, so why not make both? That way, everyone at the table can have whatever they like. Also remember to make some delicious sides.

What to Serve with Fish

You can serve this fish with almost anything. I like it with twice-baked potatoes or some yellow rice. Add this tomato cucumber corn salad, and you have a delicious meal.

A really good side dish is this Homemade Rice a Roni. Add a salad, and you have a delicious meal!

If you’re pressed for time, make these yummy sweet potato fries. They’re easy and absolutely delicious!

For some extra crunch, make a batch of these crispy zucchini parmesan chips. Even my non-veggie-loving husband asks for seconds of these!

Here are more ideas of delicious foods to serve with fish.

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