If I can’t find corvina, can I use another type of fish in this recipe?

Several types of fish would be good substitutes, including Chilean sea bass, halibut and cod fillets. If you have a preferred variety of white fish fillets, it should work in this recipe.

What goes well with corvina fish in this recipe?

I love serving this Macadamia Crusted Corvina with garlic mashed potatoes and sautéed broccolini. Fresh salads like Mediterranean Tossed Salad or Gazpacho Salad would be amazing, as well as Mediterranean Basmati with Lemon and Dill .

Can I use different flavors in the compound butter mixture?

Whatever your heart desires! I think lemon zest along with diced fresh parsley, grated garlic cloves and a pinch of red pepper to add a touch of heat to the baked fish would be delicious.

Could I use almonds or pecans on this fish recipe?

Almonds, pecans and walnuts are all good options for crusting a fish fillet.

Corvina is a mild white fish with tender, flaky flesh. I find it similar to the delicate flavor of sea bass. Corvina is a generic name for a family of fish containing hundreds of species (some of them known as white sea bass or kingfish). They can be found in the temperate coastal waters of the southeastern Pacific, mostly along central and south America, where corvina recipes abound in local kitchens. This is an incredibly versatile fish, making it perfect canvas for many of our favorite seafood cooking methods. Fillets of this delicious white fish can be prepared in almost any way imaginable. Ideal cooking methods include a baking, breading and frying and stewing. Whipping up a spice rub and tossing the fish on the grill (or indoor grill pan) is another quick and easy option. And don't forget our Pan-seared Corvina with Harissa Chickpeas and Spinach . It's a rockstar fish dish for busy weeknights or any night of the week.

How to store leftover corvina?

Transfer leftover fish to an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, bake gently in the oven at 350℉ until just heated through.

Macadamia Crusted Baked Corvina Recipe

Ingredients

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4 6-ounce corvina fillets

3 tablespoons butter

2 scallions, white part only, diced (dice green parts for garnish)

1 tablespoon lemon zest

1 teaspoon sea salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 cup macadamia nuts, coarsely chopped

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400℉. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper. Make compound butter by combining softened butter with finely diced whites of 2 scallions, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
Lay fish fillets on the sheet pan covered in parchment paper. Spread about 1 tablespoon of the scallion lemon butter across the top of each fish fillet. Cover each fillet with 2 tablespoons of the ground macadamia nuts, pressing to ensure they stick to the top of the fish.
Transfer baking tray to the oven and bake fillets for 10-12 minutes (Cooking time will vary based on the thickness of your fillet). After about 8 minutes, switch your oven to broil and watch the fish closely as the macadamia nuts brown - it usually takes about 3 minutes. Once the internal temperature of the fish has reached 145℉ and the nuts are golden brown, remove from oven.
Garnish with green scallions and serve with lemon wedges for an extra squeeze of lemon juice.

Notes

In testing this recipe with different nuts and chopping methods, I found that macadamia nuts perform best when they are coarsely chopped, with some finer pieces and some larger pieces in the mix. If the nut mixture is too finely ground, it can create an almost chewy texture. I preferred the sweet taste and crunchiness of the course nuts.

Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 15
Category: Easy Recipes
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American