Oh My Cod
Start your seafood night with a splash of flavor by trying "Oh My Cod," an oven-baked cod recipe that’s as light as it is indulgent. This dish highlights tender, flaky cod fillets topped with a golden, buttery crust of panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and zesty lemon. Infused with the warmth of garlic and the richness of melted butter, this recipe delivers a satisfying crunch in every bite while keeping things light and healthy with a simple baking technique. Prep is a breeze, taking just 15 minutes before the cod goes into the oven to bake to perfection in under 20 minutes. Serve your beautifully crusted fillets with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a vibrant finish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or an elegant main course, "Oh My Cod" is a quick and delicious way to elevate your love for seafood. Keywords: baked cod recipe, crispy cod topping, healthy seafood dinner, easy weeknight meal, lemon garlic cod.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) cod fillets
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup (grated) parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons (melted) unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pieces (for serving) lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and black pepper. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
In a medium bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, lemon zest, minced garlic, melted butter, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
Press the breadcrumb mixture onto the top of each cod fillet, creating an even layer to form the crispy topping.
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the breadcrumb-topped fillets for extra crispiness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cod easily flakes with a fork and the topping is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the fillets rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Serve the baked cod with fresh lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
436 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.4 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 117 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 627 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 44.3 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.1 mcg | 50% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 826 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
