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Close-up of crispy panko crusted cod fillets with a golden-brown texture on a white plate.

Crispy Panko Crusted Cod Fillets

These crispy panko crusted cod fillets are a simple and delicious way to enjoy fish. The panko breadcrumbs create a light, crunchy coating.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 cod fillets about 6 oz each
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Panko Coating
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1/4 cup flour

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Shallow bowls

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a shallow bowl, mix panko, parmesan, garlic powder, and paprika. Place flour in another bowl and beaten eggs in a third bowl.
  4. Coat each fillet in flour, then dip in egg, and press into the panko mixture to coat evenly.
  5. Place fillets on the baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden and fish flakes easily.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 32gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with tartar sauce or a squeeze of lemon. For extra crispiness, broil for the last 1-2 minutes.

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