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Boston Baked Cod

Mouthwatering Boston Baked Cod for a Guilt-Free Dinner

Enjoy this Boston Baked Cod recipe, a light and flavorful dish perfect for a guilt-free dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod Substitute with haddock or pollock if desired.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Opt for high-quality extra virgin.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard works as an alternative.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Always use fresh garlic.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Use nutritional yeast for dairy-free.
  • 1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Optional; cayenne pepper can be a spicy alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Substitute with dill or thyme if desired.

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Pat the cod fillets dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard.
  4. Add minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, parsley, and smoked paprika to the mixture.
  5. Place seasoned cod in the dish and spoon the breadcrumb mixture on top, pressing down gently.
  6. Bake the cod for 12-15 minutes until flaky and the topping is golden brown.
  7. Let the dish rest for a couple of minutes before serving with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure fish is patted dry before seasoning. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Avoid freezing to maintain texture.

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