Easy Boston Baked Cod Recipe with a Crunchy Topping

This Easy Boston Baked Cod Recipe features crispy breadcrumbs and fresh flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Seafood

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cod

4 fillets Cod Fresh or thawed from frozen
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed

For the Breadcrumb Topping

1 cup Breadcrumbs Plain or seasoned
4 tablespoons Melted Butter Olive oil can be a substitute
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, can substitute with dill or basil
2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh or garlic powder
1/2 medium Onion Finely chopped; shallots are a milder alternative

Optional Enhancements

1/4 cup White Wine Optional, can substitute with fish stock or omit
1 tablespoon Olive Oil Optional for sautéing

Equipment

Oven
Mixing Bowl
Baking dish

Method

Cooking Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, melted butter, parsley, and minced garlic.
Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper, and arrange in a greased baking dish.
Evenly spread the breadcrumb mixture over the fillets.
Drizzle with optional white wine and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets.
Scatter chopped onions around the fish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the cod is opaque and flakes easily.
Let rest for a couple of minutes before serving. Optionally garnish with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with various toppings; ensure cod fillets are of similar thickness for even cooking.

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