Baked Cod Cracker Crumb (Printable)
Flaky cod fillets topped with a golden buttery cracker crumb for a simple, flavorful meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fish
01 - 4 skinless, boneless cod fillets (6 ounces each)
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
→ Cracker Topping
05 - 1 cup crushed buttery round crackers (approximately 20 crackers)
06 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
07 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
08 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
09 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
→ For Baking
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
11 - Lemon wedges for serving
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
02 - Pat cod fillets dry using paper towels. Season evenly with salt and black pepper. Place fillets in the prepared baking dish and drizzle lemon juice over them.
03 - In a small bowl, combine crushed crackers, melted butter, chopped parsley, lemon zest, and garlic powder. Mix until evenly coated.
04 - Press the cracker mixture evenly onto the tops of each cod fillet, ensuring it adheres gently.
05 - Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cod flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden brown. Thicker fillets may require additional baking time.
06 - Serve immediately garnished with lemon wedges.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in under 30 minutes, perfect for weeknights when youre too tired to think.
- The cracker topping gets golden and crispy while keeping the fish incredibly moist underneath.
- Its fancy enough for guests but easy enough that you dont have to stress over it.
02 -
- If the cod is wet, the topping will not stick, so always pat it completely dry with paper towels.
- Dont overbake or the fish will turn rubbery, check it at 15 minutes and go by texture, not time.
03 -
- Press the topping onto the fish with the back of a spoon so it stays put during baking.
- Let the fish sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before baking so it cooks more evenly.