Anybody up for a new cod recipe for their fish Friday lineup? This easy Parmesan Baked Cod Recipe with almonds is so tasty and ridiculously simple. One of my favorite fish recipes and something your whole family will enjoy.
When you take a peek at the short roster of simple ingredients, it won't make sense how delicious the final dish becomes. It's savory and rich and crunchy and all the things you love about a perfect seafood dinner at home.
For more easy baked cod winners, try my Pesto Panko Baked Cod and Chip Crusted Cod.
What you'll need to make this recipe:
Before we get to the step by step instructions, a note about the ingredients:
Fish: if cod isn't available, any flaky white fish such as hake, mahi mahi, grouper, haddock and even tilapia or catfish, will take well to this savory topping.
Parmesan: substitute asiago or grana padano, if needed.
Full measurements and instructions included in the printable recipe card below.
Step by step instructions :
1. Make Topping for Cod
Preheat oven to 400℉. Prepare a sheet pan with a layer of parchment paper. Mix parmesan cheese, almonds, paprika and garlic powder in a small shallow bowl or plate. Set aside.
2. Prep Cod
Dry cod fillets well with paper towels. Sprinkle lightly with coarse sea salt. Dip the top of each cod fillet into the beaten egg, then lay the fish fillet (egg side up) on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the top of the fish fillets with a solid coating of the almond parmesan mixture.
3. Bake Cod
Move the pan of fish to the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and fish is baked through. The internal temperature of your fish fillet should be about 145℉. A good rule of thumb is around 10-12 minutes per inch of thickness on your fillets.
4. Garnish and Serve
Garnish fish with chives and lemon wedges. Garnishments are usually optional, but the chives add the perfect note of freshness to the dish. If you're out of chives, substitute finely diced green onion or fresh parsley.
FAQ's and Serving Suggestions:
Fresh fish is always delicious, but it's not always available. So frozen fish is perfectly delicious for this easy weeknight meal - just be sure to thaw the fish overnight in the fridge and pat dry with paper towels before coating the top and baking.
Any flaky white fish such as hake, mahi mahi, grouper, haddock and even tilapia or catfish, will take well to this savory topping.
The egg does a beautiful job of keeping the flaky fish in this easy recipe together. And as the cheese melts, it supports the effort. So no worries - the topping will stay put!
The internal temperature of your fish fillet should be about 145℉. If you don't have a thermometer, cook until the fish flakes easily. A good rule of thumb is to bake for 10-12 minutes per 1-inch of thickness of the fillet.
Side dishes like seasoned green beans with almonds and garlic would be a lovely pairing, as well as roasted baby potatoes with whipped feta, and if you're feeling fancy, some parmesan truffle french fries. This fish recipe is super savory, so I usually skip the sauce and opt for a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. But if you're in the mood for homemade tartar sauce, this is my go-to recipe.
Overcooked fish loses its natural moisture, which can result in a dry or chewy texture. The proteins in the fish also begin to tighten, which can make the fish tough and rubbery. Check your fish around 10 minutes, and remove from the oven as soon as it's finished cooking. If your fish fillets are less than 1-inch thick, start checking at 8 minutes.
To store, transfer leftover fillets to an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, bake in 350℉ until just heated through, or warm gently in a skillet with a teaspoon of olive oil.
Parmesan and Almond Baked Cod Recipe
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
4 6-oz cod fillets
½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
¼ cup sliced almonds
1 egg, beaten well
½ teaspoon sweet paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Chives, for service
Salt, to taste
Instructions
- To begin, preheat oven to 400℉. Prepare baking tray with a sheet of parchment paper. Mix parmesan cheese, sliced almonds, sweet paprika and garlic powder in a small bowl.
- Dry cod fillets well with paper towels. Sprinkle lightly with coarse sea salt. Dip the top of each cod fillet into the beaten egg, then lay the fish fillet (egg side up) on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the top of the fish fillets with a solid coating of the almond parmesan mixture.
- Bake the fish for 10-12 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fish is baked through.
- Garnish with chives and lemon wedges.
Notes
If you're out of cod, any flaky white fish such as hake, mahi mahi, grouper, haddock and even tilapia or catfish, will take well to this savory topping.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Easy Recipes
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Diane Decker
This was delicious! It was a quick and easy fix, Served with rice, green beans, and white wine.