This baked cod with cracker crumb topping is light, flaky, and packed with bright, buttery flavor. Tender cod is topped with a crispy garlic-Parmesan crust infused with lemon and fresh herbs, creating the perfect balance of crunch and freshness. A simple yet elegant seafood dish ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining.
Family of 6
20 minutes
30 minutes
American
Seafood
6–8 cod fillets
Olive oil
Salt
Black pepper
Paprika
Juice of 1–2 lemons
15–20 crackers, crushed (about 1 cup) — I used 1 pack of Simple Mills Almond Flour crackers
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2–3 cloves garlic, grated
Fresh parsley, chopped
Lemon zest
Parmesan cheese, shredded
1/4–1/2 cup butter, melted
Salt
Black pepper
Pat the cod fillets dry and place them in an oven-safe dish.
Drizzle with olive oil and season generously with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Rub to coat both sides evenly.
Par-bake at 400°F for 10 minutes.
While the fish is baking, prepare the topping by combining the crushed crackers, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, Parmesan, melted butter, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix well.
Remove the cod from the oven and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets.
Spoon a generous amount of the cracker mixture on top of each fillet.
Return to the oven and bake for another 12 minutes. Broil for 1–2 minutes to achieve a golden, crispy topping.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with extra lemon wedges. Enjoy with rice and roasted vegetables.
