Mushroom Crusted Tilapia

Mushroom Crusted Tilapia

Courtesy of The Popcorn Board 4 Servings • 15 Min. Prep Time • 6 Min. Cook Time
Ingredients
2 c. popped popcorn
1/2 c. dried shiitake or porcini mushrooms
1 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. salt
1 egg
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
4 (1-1/4 lbs.) tilapia fillets
lemon wedges, for serving

Directions:

1. Place popcorn, mushrooms, onion powder, garlic powder and salt in a blender (or food processor) and blend until powdery and almost smooth; pour into a wide, shallow bowl.

2. Beat egg in a shallow bowl; set aside.

3. Heat oil in a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

4. Dip tilapia into egg and then into popcorn mixture, coating both sides. Cook tilapia about 3 min. per side or until fish is golden and center is cooked.

5. Serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Variation: Substitute boneless, skinless chicken breasts for tilapia and adjust cooking time as needed.