Best 2 30 Minute Monday Crunchy Baked Cod Recipes

Welcome to the ultimate guide to preparing the perfect 30-minute Monday Crunchy Baked Cod. This delectable dish is designed to provide a quick and easy meal that is bursting with flavor and nutrition. With just a few simple ingredients and a minimal amount of preparation, you can create a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own home. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this comprehensive guide will walk you through the process step by step, ensuring that your Monday meal is a resounding success.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRISPY BAKED COD

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It's a Friday night fish fry - with a twist. This 30 minute cod is baked, not fried, but still has a satisfyingly crispy, crunchy crust. Try baked white potatoes or sweet potatoes, cooked in the microwave to save time, on the side.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories High Protein

Time 30m

Yield 4 cod fillets, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs or 1/2 cup regular breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon reduced-fat mayonnaise
4 (6 ounce) skinless cod fish fillets (1 1/2-inch thick)
salt, to taste

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F In a small skillet over medium-low heat, melt butter. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add bread crumbs, stir to coat with butter, then cook, stirring frequently, until light golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in parsley and lemon zest. Let cool. Combine mustard and mayonnaise in a small bowl.
Rinse fish and pat dry. Sprinkle each fillet lightly with salt, then place on a rimmed, foil-lined baking sheet and brush with mustard mixture. Press 1/4 of crumbs onto each fillet.
Transfer baking sheet to oen and bake until fish is no longer translucent (cut to test) and flakes easily, 10 to 15 minutes. If crumbs aren't sufficiently browned, broil fish 2 inches from heating element until crumbs are crisp and dark golden brown (watching carefully to prevent burning), 2 minutes longer. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.9, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 90.3, Sodium 265.8, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 32.7

CRUNCHY PECORINO BAKED COD

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I have never made better cod at home than with this recipe. It's quick, delicious, and loaded with flavor. Instead of Pecorino you can use Parmesan, though I like the flavor of Pecorino best.

Provided by Diana Moutsopoulos

Categories Seafood Fish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 (6 ounce) cod fillets
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¾ cup panko bread crumbs
¾ cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons butter, softened
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried thyme
2 dashes Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place cod fillets on a paper towel. Place another paper towel over top, and press until fillets are thoroughly dried. Season both sides of each fillet with salt and pepper and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Mix together bread crumbs, Pecorino Romano cheese, mayonnaise, butter, oregano, thyme, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl until well combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spread a generous amount of topping over each cod fillet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Switch to broil and broil until topping is browned and cod flakes easily with a fork, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 103.8 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 613.1 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

Tips:

Choose the right cod. Look for a thick, firm piece of cod that is white or light pink in color. Avoid any cod that is thin, mushy, or has a yellow or brown tint.
Dry the cod thoroughly. Before cooking, pat the cod dry with paper towels. This will help the breading adhere to the fish and prevent it from becoming soggy.
Use a light touch when breading the cod. Gently press the breading onto the fish, taking care not to over-handle it. This will help keep the fish moist and flavorful.
Bake the cod in a hot oven. This will help to create a crispy crust and prevent the fish from becoming overcooked.
Don't overcrowd the baking sheet. Leave plenty of space between the pieces of cod so that they can cook evenly.
Serve the cod immediately. Cod is best served hot out of the oven. If you need to keep it warm, place it in a low oven or on a warming tray.

Conclusion:

Crunchy baked cod is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. With its crispy crust and flaky interior, this dish is a seafood lover's dream. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.