Baked cod with crunchy lemon herb topping is a light and flavor-packed meal that is perfect for any occasion. The delicate cod is baked to perfection and topped with a crispy, flavorful mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and fresh herbs. It's easy to make and sure to be a hit with everyone at your table!
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BAKED COD WITH CRUNCHY LEMON-HERB TOPPING
This is a very simple and quite delicious dish which can be made lighter and lower in calories and fat by using low fat crackers and light mayo. From America's Test Kitchens' Best Recipes of 2007.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 450°F
- Lightly grease a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cracker crumbs and 1 tablespoon of the parsley, dill or basil; Set aside.
- In a separate small bowl, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon parsley, dill or basil with the mayonnaise, garlic, and lemon zest and juice; Set aside.
- Season the fish fillets with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place on the baking sheet, spacing the pieces about ½ inch apart.
- Brush the tops and sides of the fish with the mayonnaise mixture, then press the cracker crumbs into the mayonnaise.
- Bake for 8 to 15 minutes, or until the crumbs are golden brown and the fish flakes apart when gently prodded with a paring knife.
- If the cracker crumbs brown before the fish is cooked, cover the fish with aluminum foil.
- Serve hot with the lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.2, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 100.6, Sodium 376.1, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 2.5, Protein 42.1
BAKED COD WITH CRUNCHY LEMON-HERB TOPPING
Cod is a delicate fish. These fresh flavors pair well without overpowering it.
Provided by Adapted from the new "The Best of America's Test Kitchen 2007"
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1 Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 450 degrees
- 2 Lightly grease a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray oil
- 3 In a medium bowl, combine the cracker crumbs and 1 tablespoon of the parsley, dill or basil
- 4 Set aside
- 5 In a separate small bowl, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon parsley, dill or basil with the mayonnaise, garlic, and lemon zest and juice
- 6 Set aside
- 7 Season the fish fillets with salt and pepper to taste
- 8 Place on the baking sheet, spacing the pieces about 1/2 inch apart
- 9 Brush the tops and sides of the fish with the mayonnaise mixture, then press the cracker crumbs into the mayonnaise
- 10 Bake for 15 minutes, or until the crumbs are golden brown and the fish flakes apart when gently prodded with a paring knife
- 11 Serve hot with the lemon wedges
- 12 *NOTE: The crackers should be crushed into crumbs about the size of peas
- 13 If you grind the crackers too fine, they will not become crunchy in the oven
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 10 g, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 274 mg, Sugar g
LEMON & HERB CRUSTED COD
Make and share this Lemon & Herb Crusted Cod recipe from Food.com.
Provided by JelsMom
Categories Lactose Free
Time 30m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Season filets with salt & pepper & place in baking dish. Sprinkle with lemon juice, white wine, and 1 1/2 t olive oil.
- In small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, zest, & 1 T parsley. Sprinkle cod with mixture and drizzle crumbs with 1 1/2 t olive oil.
- Place cod in oven & bake until fish is cooked through (12-15 minutes). Remove from oven and turn on broiler.
- Place fish under broiler to brown breadcrumbs. Remove & serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.9, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 629.9, Carbohydrate 13.4, Fiber 2, Sugar 1, Protein 32.8
CRUNCHY PECORINO BAKED COD
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 fresh, high-quality cod fillets. Look for fillets that are firm and white, with no brown spots or discoloration.
- Pat the cod fillets dry before cooking. This will help the fillets to crisp up and prevent them from steaming.
- Season the cod fillets liberally with salt and pepper. This will help to enhance the natural flavor of the fish.
- Use a variety of herbs and spices in the lemon-herb topping. This will add flavor and complexity to the dish.
- Be careful not to overcook the cod fillets. Cod is a delicate fish, and it will only take a few minutes to cook through.
- Serve the cod fillets immediately with your favorite sides. Some good options include roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:
Baked cod with crunchy lemon-herb topping is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The cod is flaky and moist, and the lemon-herb topping is flavorful and crispy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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