Almond Crusted Tilapia

(serves 4)

• 1 C sliced or slivered almonds, divided in two parts
• 1/4 C ground flaxseed (or flour – any kind)
• 4 (6 oz) tilapia fillets
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil (or 1 Tbsp. olive oil and 1 Tbsp. butter)

Instructions:

1. Finely chop almonds (or buy them pre-chopped) and combine half of them (1/2 C) with the ground flaxseed or flour in a shallow bowl.

2. Sprinkle fish evenly with salt; dredge in almond/flaxseed or flour mixture.

3. Add the olive oil (and butter, if using) to a large heavy skillet over medium heat; add fish and cook 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove fillets to a serving plate.

4. Add remaining 1/2 cup almonds to skillet and cook, stirring often, 1 minute or until golden brown. Remove almonds and sprinkle over fish. The almonds get really crunchy and toasty – so good!

5. Enjoy!