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Boston Baked Cod

Crispy Boston Baked Cod: A Simple, Flavorful Delight

This Boston Baked Cod is a quick and delicious dish featuring crispy panko topping and tender cod fillets, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: New England
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod Fresh or fully thawed, about 1 inch thick
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Basic seasoning; adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Basic seasoning; adjust to taste
For the Crispy Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness and helps brown the panko
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs Provides the crispy texture
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Adds freshness; can be swapped with other herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Flavor enhancer
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Brightens the dish with citrus flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Fresh is ideal, but bottled can work
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Adds moisture; avocado oil is a substitute

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • medium skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Butter the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Pat the cod fillets dry. Season both sides with salt and black pepper. Arrange in the prepared baking dish.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in panko breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic powder, and lemon zest until combined.
  4. Spread the panko mixture evenly over each cod fillet, pressing down gently.
  5. Drizzle lemon juice and olive oil over the cod.
  6. Bake for 12–15 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily, and the topping is golden brown.
  7. Let the cod rest for about 2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, dry the cod before seasoning and use a meat thermometer to check for doneness at 145°F.

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