Description
Crispy Panko Baked Cod is a light and flavorful seafood dish featuring tender cod fillets coated in a crunchy panko breadcrumb crust, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a shallow bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
- Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Brush the top of each cod fillet with the mayo mixture.
- Press the coated side of the fillets into the panko mixture until well coated, then place on the prepared baking sheet, crust-side up.
- Lightly spray the tops with olive oil spray to enhance crispiness.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the cod flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden brown.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges or your favorite side.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise for a lighter version.
- Great served with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg