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Boston Baked Cod

Boston Baked Cod: A Quick Comfort Food Delight

Boston Baked Cod is a healthy, delicious dish that's quick to prepare and perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Fresh Cod or fully thawed frozen cod
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs or gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 0.25 cup Melted Butter or olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or fresh onions with extra prep time
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley or thyme/oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika or cayenne pepper for extra heat
For the Brightness
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice or lime juice for a tropical twist

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease your baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together melted butter and lemon juice until well combined.
  4. Dip each cod fillet in the butter mixture, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Arrange the coated fillets in the greased dish and drizzle remaining butter and lemon mixture on top.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cod flakes easily and the topping is golden brown.
  7. Let the cod rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a cozier side, serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad to enhance the meal's overall healthiness.

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