Cod is a great choice for fish when you are serving guest who prefer fish with a mild flavor. Cod is a white fish with a firm texture so it is excellent for pan frying or baking. When it comes to seafood, I don’t have a preference, anything that swims usually ends up on my plate.

This recipe is simple and takes a minimal amount of preparation. This is the type of recipe you need when you are in a pinch for time. The fish is crunchy and delish and your guest will think you are being fancy when you serve these golden flakey filets. This recipe can be found on The Food Network by Aaron McCargo Jr. I added mashed potatoes and Broccolini as side items for a complete meal. Both are easy to prepare and you can find my mashed potato recipe here. Steam the Broccolini in the microwave with salt, pepper and a little butter.

Enjoy,

MJ

Ingredients:

• 4 (6-ounce) cod fillets
• Panko bread crumbs
• 2 eggs, for egg wash
• Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 lemon, juiced
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 sprig fresh thyme
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place the fillets on a sheet tray or rack so the fish can release its natural juices. Place the bread crumbs into a shallow dish. In a separate shallow dish add 2 beaten eggs. Season both sides of the fillet with salt and pepper. Once seasoned, brush the belly side of the cod with the egg. Dip the egg side into the bread crumbs.
In a cast iron skillet add olive oil, before placing fish into pan, make sure the skillet is very hot. Sear only 1 side of the fish (the side with the bread crumbs). Once 1 side is seared, place the skillet in the oven for about 3 to 4 minutes until cooked.
Once the fish is cooked, flip it over and add the lemon juice, butter and sprig of thyme. Let melt and baste the fish with the juice.