Description
A crispy and flavorful baked cod recipe coated with a zesty everything bagel seasoning and crunchy panko breadcrumbs, served with lemon wedges and optional parsley garnish for a fresh finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish and Coating
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Binding Mixture
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Optional
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for extra crispiness)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Mayo-Mustard Mix: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise or Greek yogurt with Dijon mustard, mixing well until smooth to create the binding sauce for the coating.
- Mix the Coating: In a separate bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs with the everything bagel seasoning, ensuring the seasoning is evenly distributed throughout the panko.
- Season Cod Fillets: Pat the cod fillets dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture, then lightly season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Coat the Fish: Brush the mayo-mustard mixture onto the top and sides of each fillet evenly. Then, firmly press the coated areas into the seasoned panko mixture so the crumbs adhere well.
- Arrange for Baking: Place the coated fillets on the prepared baking sheet. For an extra crispy texture, drizzle or lightly mist the fillets with olive oil.
- Bake: Bake the fillets for 12 to 15 minutes until the coating is golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork, indicating it is cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges on the side to squeeze over.
Notes
- Use gluten-free panko breadcrumbs to make the dish suitable for gluten-free diets.
- Pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, green salad, or rice pilaf for a balanced meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
