Description
Delightful crispy baked cod fillets with a seasoned panko and Parmesan crust, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Combine in a medium bowl the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Whisk together in another small bowl the Dijon mustard and olive oil until smooth.
- Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Place the cod fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Brush a generous amount of the Dijon mustard mixture over the top of each fillet.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over each fillet, pressing it down gently to ensure it adheres well.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, until the fish is cooked through and the crust is golden brown and crispy (internal temperature should reach 145°F/63°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Notes
For a healthy alternative, this dish is baked instead of fried, making it suitable for health-conscious eaters.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg