Parmesan Baked Cod 🍴🐟
Ingredients:
For the Cod:
¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Zest and juice of ½ lemon
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1¼ teaspoons paprika
3-5 tablespoons salted butter, melted
1½ pounds fresh cod
Directions:
Preheat and Prep:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Grease a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
Mix Coating:
On a plate, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and paprika.
Zest half of the lemon directly into the cheese mixture.
Add the chopped parsley and toss everything together with a fork.
Prepare Cod:
Rinse the cod in cold water, checking for any bones. Pat dry with paper towels.
Melt the butter in a small pan or in the microwave and set aside.
Coat Fish:
Set up a coating station with the following: fish, melted butter, cheese mixture, and prepared baking sheet.
Dip each piece of fish first in the melted butter, ensuring both sides are coated, then dredge in the cheese mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Place the coated fish on the baking sheet and drizzle with any remaining butter.
Bake:
Bake for about 15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Serve:
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the baked cod before serving.
Serve with a side of bread for dipping in the extra garlic butter sauce, or spoon the sauce over rice, mashed potatoes, or polenta.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
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