Baked Cod with Lemon Herb Crust
Baked Cod with Lemon Herb Crust is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring cod fillets topped with a zesty herb breadcrumb crust, perfect for any occasion.
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces cod fillets (fresh or thawed)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free if needed.
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Can replace with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option.
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped Use other herbs like basil or thyme as alternatives.
- 1 piece lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients together for a smoother cooking process.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, dill, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place the cod fillets on a lined or lightly greased baking sheet.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets.
- Spread the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the cod fillets.
Cooking
- Bake the cod in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Let the cod rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the cod in lemon juice and herbs for 30 minutes before baking. To make the crust crunchier, broil the fish for a couple of minutes after baking.