Golden coconut-crusted salmon meets zesty pineapple salsa in this tropical fusion dish. Crispy, fresh, and ready in under an hour.
# How-To Steps:
01 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with sea salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
02 - In a shallow dish, combine shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs. In a separate dish, lightly beat the eggs. Dip each salmon fillet into the egg, allowing excess to drip off, then press into the coconut-panko mixture to coat all sides evenly.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, and chopped cilantro. Add lime juice, honey (if using), and a pinch of sea salt. Toss gently and set aside to let flavors meld.
04 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Heat a large oven-safe non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil. When oil shimmers, place coated salmon fillets in the skillet. Sear for 3 to 4 minutes until golden-brown. Flip fillets and sear the other side for 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
05 - Remove salmon from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Plate salmon and top each fillet with a generous spoonful of pineapple salsa. Garnish with lime wedges.
