Baked Irish Cod with Herb Crust

How to Make Baked Irish Cod with Herb Crust at Home

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Ingredients

• 4 fillets cod fillets
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 cup fresh parsley
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cups seasonal vegetables (e.g., green beans, carrots)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, melt 4 tablespoons of butter in the microwave or on the stovetop. Allow it to cool slightly.

3. 3

   Finely chop 1 cup of fresh parsley and 3 cloves of garlic. Add them to the melted butter.

4. 4

   Stir in 1 cup of breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper into the parsley and garlic mixture until well combined.

5. 5

   Place the cod fillets in a baking dish. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

6. 6

   Spread the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of each cod fillet, pressing down gently to adhere.

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cod is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.

8. 8

   While the cod is baking, steam or sauté 2 cups of seasonal vegetables until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

9. 9

   Remove the cod from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

10. 10

    Serve the baked cod with the sautéed vegetables on the side and garnish with additional lemon wedges if desired.