Description
A comforting baked cod dish with a crispy panko topping, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 4 fillets of cod (fresh preferred or thawed frozen)
- 2 tablespoons of butter (or olive oil for a dairy-free option)
- 1 cup of panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped parsley (or dried thyme as an alternative)
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of lemon zest (or lime zest if preferred)
- 1 teaspoon of salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon of pepper (freshly cracked offers better flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- If using frozen cod, ensure the fillets are fully thawed and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, finely chopped parsley, garlic powder, lemon zest, salt, and freshly cracked pepper. Blend all the ingredients thoroughly.
- In a separate bowl, melt the butter (or olive oil if using a dairy-free option) in the microwave.
- Coat each cod fillet with the melted butter, allowing excess to drip off before transferring it to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Press the breadcrumb mixture firmly onto the top of each fillet to ensure it adheres well.
- Arrange the cod fillets in an even layer in a baking dish.
- Drizzle any remaining melted butter over the fillets for added moisture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until the cod is cooked through and the topping is golden brown.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful textures and flavors!
Notes
Experiment with different herbs and spices for varied flavors. Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of the fillets.