Description
Boston Baked Cod is a quick, flavorful dish that brings the essence of coastal dining right to your table. Featuring tender cod fillets topped with a crispy panko crust, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. Fresh lemon juice and parsley enhance the dish’s bright flavors, making it perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With its impressive presentation and versatility in serving options, Boston Baked Cod is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- Salt and black pepper
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and grease a baking dish with butter.
- Pat the cod fillets dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- Arrange the fillets in the prepared baking dish, ensuring space between each piece.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in panko breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic powder, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Evenly distribute the breadcrumb mixture over each fillet, pressing gently to adhere.
- Drizzle lemon juice and olive oil over each coated fillet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork and topping is golden brown.
- Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg