Baked Cod with Crispy Garlic Herb Panko is one of my go to dinners on busy evenings. Top mild tasting cod with a buttery and crunchy panko topping for a quick and delicious dinner. The whole family will love this recipe!
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This post was first published on amycaseycooks in October 2013. It has been updated with new photos and recipe notes. The recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a special weekend supper with friends.
panko crusted cod recipe
When I need a quick dinner on a busy night, seafood is my go-to ingredient. It can be prepared in a variety of ways including baking, poaching, grilling and sautéing. It lends itself well to many ethnic flavors such as Korean Barbecue Shrimp, Oven Baked Cod Oreganata, Italian Mussels Marinara, French Lemon Cod Francese, and Mediterranean Baked Feta and Tomato Shrimp.
And best of all, most seafood cooks in about 10 to 15 minutes no matter which method of cooking you use. An all time family favorite seafood dinner recipe is Baked Cod with Crispy Garlic Herb Panko.
the ingredients for baked cod with panko
Most well stocked pantries will have all the ingredients needed for this delicious seafood entrée. Garlic infused butter and fresh parsley flavor the delicate and crisp panko crumb topping. A squeeze of lemon adds a touch of brightness to dish.
You will need ~
- salted butter
- cod
- lemon
- kosher salt
- pepper
- garlic
- plain panko
- fresh parsley
how to pick fresh fish at the market
A good rule of thumb when buying fish is to make sure it is the freshest available. Get to know your fishmonger. A knowledgeable fish merchant will be invaluable in helping pick the freshest fish. The seafood should not have a fishy or ammonia smell. The fish should be firm to the touch, and the color should be vibrant. If it still has its skin, the scales should be shiny. If there is any liquid surrounding the fish, it should be clear and not milky.
chef cooking tips for making baked cod with panko
In about the time it takes to go to the drive through of your local take out restaurant, you could be enjoying Baked Cod with Crispy Garlic Herb Panko for dinner instead.
- Use any firm fish in this versatile recipe. Options are halibut, haddock, salmon, swordfish, and mahi mahi.
- As soon as the butter melts, turn off the heat. You just want to infuse the butter with the garlic as opposed to sautéing it.
- A digital thermometer is indispensable when cooking fish. Overcooked fish will be dry. Perfectly cooked fish will be moist and opaque and have an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
Only 15 minutes is needed to bake the cod and turn the buttery garlicky panko a crunchy golden brown. Serve with your favorite steamed green vegetable like asparagus or broccoli and this tasty cauliflower rice pilaf.
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Baked Cod with Crispy Garlic Herb Panko
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Baked Cod with Crispy Garlic Herb Panko is an easy weeknight dinner. Mild tasting cod is topped with a crispy coating of panko, fresh herbs and garlic for a healthy and delicious dinner.
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons salted butter, divided
- 4 (6 ounce) cod fillets
- 1 lemon, cut in wedges
- Kosher salt
- Pepper
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup plain panko
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Coat a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with 1 tablespoon of butter. Place the cod in the dish and season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- In a small sauté pan over medium low heat, melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter. When the butter has melted and just begins to foam, turn off the heat and add the garlic. Let garlic infuse the butter for a minute or so.
- Add the panko and lightly toss until all the butter has been absorbed. Stir in the chopped parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Evenly divide the panko mixture on top of each cod fillet. Press down lightly.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until panko crumbs are golden brown and fish is just cooked through. Using a digital thermometer, the internal temperature of the fish should be 145 degrees F.
- Remove the fish from the oven and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Use any firm fish in this versatile recipe. Options are halibut, haddock, salmon, swordfish, and mahi mahi.
- As soon as the butter melts, turn off the heat. You just want to infuse the butter with the garlic as opposed to sautéing it.
- A digital thermometer is indispensable when cooking fish. Overcooked fish will be dry. Perfectly cooked fish will be moist and opaque and have an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Entree
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of fish
- Calories: 269
- Sugar: 0.7 g
- Sodium: 504 mg
- Fat: 15.4 g
- Saturated Fat: 9.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5.6 g
- Fiber: 0.9 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 92 mg
Paila
The crumb topping is fantastic. My husband is not a huge fish fan but I try to vary our dinners for health reasons . He said this was great ! I will be making this again .
Amy Casey
I love to hear that! This is one of my favorite fish recipes and we have it for dinner often.