How long should cod be cooked?

Be sure to take the cod out of the oven when it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F in order to get nice flaky fish. Bake time will depend on the thickness of the cod.

How do you keep cod from drying out?

The main reason fish dries out is because it's been overcooked. The most foolproof way to ensure that your fish is not over- or under-cooked is to use an instant-read cooking thermometer.

Can I use an air fryer to cook cod with panko?

Yes, you can cook this and other fish recipes in the air fryer. It's an excellent way to get a crispy exterior on the fish or your panko breadcrumbs.

Bruschetta Panko Baked Cod

Description

Tender baked cod smothered in lemon butter, topped with fresh tomato bruschetta, and crispy Panko. It’s an easy and light one pan meal.

Ingredients

Units Scale

1 3/4 – 2 lbs. fresh cod, cut into 4-6 (6 – 8 oz.) portions
Kosher salt and fresh black pepper

Lemon Butter

3 Tbsp. butter, softened at room temperature (not melted)
2 Tbsp. olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

Bruschetta

2 ripe tomatoes on the vine, seeded + chopped
5 large basil leaves, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 tsp. balsamic vinegar

Crumb Topping

1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs, unseasoned
2 Tbsp. shredded Parmesan
1/4 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 Tbsp. olive oil

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Lightly pat dry the cod with a few sheets of paper towels and season all over with salt and pepper, to taste. Place in a casserole dish or parchment-lined baking sheet.
Prepare the toppings: In a small bowl, combine the lemon butter ingredients. In another bowl, combine the bruschetta ingredients, and lastly, in a separate bowl, combine the crumb topping ingredients.
Spoon the butter mixture over each cod fillet, spreading evenly on top and sides. Top with the bruschetta and sprinkle with the crumb topping.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cod is cooked through. Cook time will depend on the thickness of the cod. Cod should be opaque and flake easily with a fork. Undercooked cod resists flaking and is translucent.

Notes

Frozen cod: If using frozen cod, make sure to thaw the fish thoroughly and pat dry with a few sheets of paper towels.
Substitutions: Haddock, grouper, or mahi mahi are all mild-tasting fish that can be used instead.
Breadcrumbs: I do not recommend using regular breadcrumbs. Panko has a very unique airy + crunchy texture.
Serving: We love to serve this cod over cooked brown rice or cauliflower rice for low-carb option.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 (6-8 oz.) cod fillet with topping
Calories: 372
Sugar: 1.6 g
Sodium: 373.7 mg
Fat: 16.5 g
Carbohydrates: 6.1 g
Protein: 51.6 g
Cholesterol: 146.9 mg