Baked Cod with Panko
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
2 Servings
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Calories
214 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Baked Cod with Panko
Description
This dish involves coating cod fillets with lemon juice and a pinch of salt before topping them with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs cooked briefly with garlic in olive oil, seasoned with dried crushed rosemary, ground pepper, and paprika. The coated fish is baked at a high temperature until the cod becomes opaque and flakes easily, and the breadcrumb topping turns golden and crunchy.
The result is a tender, flaky cod with a crisp herb-spiced crust infused with the aroma of garlic and rosemary. The paprika adds a mild smoky warmth, while lemon juice provides a subtle tang to balance the flavors. Cooking time varies with fillet thickness but typically ranges from 12 to 14 minutes.
This recipe is ideal for those seeking a straightforward baked fish meal that offers texture contrast between the moist fish and crunchy topping. It pairs well with simple vegetable sides or salads for a light dinner or lunch.
The nutritional information provided is calculated using the LoseIt! tool and serves as a reference; verifying details independently is advised for dietary needs.
Ingredients
- 2 (6 ounces each) cod fillets
- lemon juice of ¼ lemon
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt divided
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 ½ teaspoons rosemary dried crushed
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
- Place the cod fillets in the prepared baking dish. Squeeze the lemon juice over the fish and season with ⅛ teaspoon salt.
- Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan set over medium heat. Add the garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the panko breadcrumbs, rosemary, pepper and paprika. Stir to coat the breadcrumbs with the oil.
- Top each cod fillet with half of the breadcrumbs mixture, pressing down so that the mixture sticks to the fish.
- Cook until the fish is opaque and flakes easily, 12 to 14 minutes. Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
Notes
- Nutritional information is approximate; verify independently if needed for dietary purposes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 214 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1fillet | |
| Calories | 214kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 7.7g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 341.9mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2.1g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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