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Baked Cod with Crispy Garlic Herb Panko Recipe

Baked Cod with Crispy Garlic Herb Panko Recipe
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This Baked Cod with Crispy Garlic Herb Panko is a flavorful and easy-to-make seafood dish featuring tender cod fillets topped with a crunchy garlic and herb panko crust. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, it combines juicy fish with a buttery, garlicky coating that bakes to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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Fish and Seasoning

  • 4 (6-ounce) cod fillets
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Butter and Panko Topping

  • 5 tablespoons salted butter, divided
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup plain panko breadcrumbs
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius) to ensure it’s hot enough to crisp the panko topping and cook the cod through evenly.
  2. Prepare the baking pan and season the fish: Coat a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon of the salted butter. Place the cod fillets in the pan, then season each fillet with fresh lemon juice, kosher salt, and freshly ground pepper to taste.
  3. Infuse butter with garlic: In a small sauté pan over medium-low heat, melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter. Once melted and beginning to foam, remove from heat and stir in the minced garlic. Let the garlic infuse the butter for about one minute to impart its flavor without burning.
  4. Make the panko topping: Add the panko breadcrumbs to the garlic butter and lightly toss until all the butter is absorbed. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Apply the topping: Evenly distribute the garlic herb panko mixture over the tops of each cod fillet, pressing down lightly to adhere the crumbs to the fish.
  6. Bake the cod: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the panko crumbs are golden brown and the fish is cooked through. Verify doneness by checking that the internal temperature of the cod reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit using a digital thermometer.
  7. Serve: Remove the cod from the oven and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges for squeezing over the top, adding a bright and zesty finish to the dish.

Notes

  • Use fresh cod fillets for the best texture and flavor.
  • You can substitute parsley with fresh dill or basil for a different herb profile.
  • Ensure not to overcook the fish; it should be moist and flaky.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free panko or crushed gluten-free breadcrumbs.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently to retain crispiness.

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Keywords: baked cod, crispy panko crust, garlic herb cod, seafood dinner, healthy fish recipe

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