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Baked Breaded Cod Recipe

This easy and delicious baked breaded cod recipe is a weeknight winner! Crispy breadcrumbs perfectly complement the flaky, moist cod. Cooking time adjusts based on fish thickness (this recipe uses a 3-inch thick fillet as a guide). Perfect for cod, but easily adaptable to other light white fish like haddock or pollock. Get ready for a restaurant-quality meal in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 315.1 kcal
Protein 88g
Rating 4.3 (15 Reviews)
Baked Breaded Cod

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Ingredients for Baked Breaded Cod

  • Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste (or to taste)
  • Black Pepper
  • Fresh Breadcrumb
  • Flat Leaf Parsley
  • Cod Fish Fillets
  • Lemon Wedge

How to Make Baked Breaded Cod

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Lightly spray a jelly-roll pan with nonstick vegetable cooking spray.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste (or to taste), salt, and pepper to taste.
  4. In a separate shallow dish, combine 1 cup breadcrumbs and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley.
  5. Spoon the mayonnaise mixture evenly onto one side of each cod fillet. Dip the coated side into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  6. Place the cod fillets on the prepared baking pan, breadcrumb side up.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the breadcrumbs are golden brown and crispy. Internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  8. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and your favorite sides.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

8g

Carbs

4g

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