Crunchy Parmesan-Crusted Cod
This easy-to-make Parmesan-crusted baked cod features buttermilk-dipped cod loins topped with a crispy blend of Parmesan, panko, and herbs. It's a simple and delicious dish perfect for any day of the week.
25 min
easy
4
298kcal
calories
13g
carbohydrates
6g
fat
1g
fiber
45g
protein
780mg
sodium
2g
sugar
Ingredients
4 cod loins (about 170g each)
60g panko breadcrumbs
60g finely grated Parmesan cheese
5g paprika
3g salt, to taste
1g black pepper, to taste
15g fresh minced parsley
120ml buttermilk
Butter-flavored cooking spray
Lemon wedges (optional)
Fresh parsley sprigs (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking pan with foil. Place a baking rack in the pan over the foil.
Step 2
Pat the cod loins dry with paper towels.
Step 3
On a plate, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, salt, pepper, and minced fresh parsley. Mix well with a fork.
Step 4
Pour buttermilk into a shallow dish and place it beside the plate with the crumb mixture.
Step 5
Dip each cod loin into the buttermilk, then coat with the crumb mixture, patting firmly to coat both sides. Place the crumb-coated cod on the rack in the prepared pan. Add any remaining crumbs to the top of the cod loins and spray with butter-flavored cooking spray.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the cod loins, until the internal temperature reaches 63°C (145°F).
Step 7
Serve with optional lemon wedges and additional fresh parsley.