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Oven-Baked Cod with Parmesan Crust

Oven-Baked Cod with Parmesan Crust: A Quick Gourmet Delight

Oven-Baked Cod with Parmesan Crust is a quick yet gourmet seafood dish featuring a crispy topping and tender fish, perfect for busy weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Cod Can substitute with haddock or tilapia.
For the Topping
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Or use Pecorino for a sharper taste.
  • ¾ cup Panko Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free if needed.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Finely chopped; dried can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute with fresh minced garlic if desired.
  • ½ teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika for deeper flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use melted butter instead.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Serving
  • 1 whole Lemon Cut into wedges for serving.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • Paper Towel

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the cod fillets dry using a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic powder, and paprika. Drizzle in olive oil and mix well.
  4. Place the cod fillets on the baking sheet and generously spoon the Parmesan mixture over each fillet.
  5. Bake for 16-18 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving hot with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal results, ensure cod is dried before seasoning. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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