Australian Main
Macadamia-Crusted Barramundi
Moist barramundi beneath a crisp macadamia and herb crust.
20 minsPrep time
18 minsCook time
Serves 2Servings
MediumDifficulty
Nutrition
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540Calories
36gProtein
35gCarbs
24gFat
Ingredients
What you need
- 360 barramundi fillets
- 70 macadamia nuts, finely chopped
- 40 breadcrumbs
- 8 parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon
- 35 butter, melted
- 120 green salad, to serve
Method
Step-by-step method
Follow the recipe in order, tasting and adjusting seasoning where needed.
- 1. Chop macadamias finely. Measure everything before you start so the recipe scales cleanly from the dynamic ingredient quantities. Keep seafood chilled until cooking or serving, and cut vegetables into even bite-sized pieces.
- 2. Mix with breadcrumbs, parsley and lemon zest. Work steadily and check texture rather than relying only on the clock.
- 3. Brush fish with melted butter. Work steadily and check texture rather than relying only on the clock.
- 4. Press the crust over the fillets. Work steadily and check texture rather than relying only on the clock.
- 5. Bake until the fish flakes and the crust is golden. Preheat the oven to 180°C / 355°F and use the middle shelf unless the recipe needs strong top browning.
- 6. Serve with salad. Taste at the end for salt, acidity and richness; traditional versions should feel generous but balanced.
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Wine pairing
What to drink with Macadamia-Crusted Barramundi
These are wine-style pairings, so you can choose any bottle in that style rather than needing one exact producer. Look for the grape, region or style name on the label.Pairings are chosen around the dish’s flavour, texture, richness, acidity and cooking style, not just the country it comes from.
#1
Excellent match
White
Chardonnay
Why it works:
- Flavour bridge: ripe fruit and subtle savoury notes complement butter, cream and cheese
- Acidity: Fresh acidity prevents palate fatigue
- Body: Medium body mirrors creamy texture
- Tannin: Low-to-moderate tannin avoids clashing with dairy
- Sweetness: Dry style keeps richness controlled
- Best for: Dinner, entertaining or recipe pairing
#2
Great match
White
White Burgundy / Oaked Chardonnay
Why it works:
- Flavour bridge: ripe fruit and subtle savoury notes complement butter, cream and cheese
- Acidity: Fresh acidity prevents palate fatigue
- Body: Medium body mirrors creamy texture
- Tannin: Low-to-moderate tannin avoids clashing with dairy
- Sweetness: Dry style keeps richness controlled
- Best for: Dinner, entertaining or recipe pairing
#3
Interesting match
White
Chenin Blanc
Why it works:
- Flavour bridge: ripe fruit and subtle savoury notes complement butter, cream and cheese
- Acidity: Fresh acidity prevents palate fatigue
- Body: Medium body mirrors creamy texture
- Tannin: Low-to-moderate tannin avoids clashing with dairy
- Sweetness: Dry style keeps richness controlled
- Best for: Dinner, entertaining or recipe pairing
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