Cornflake-Crusted Baked Cod
Children enjoy fish sticks, yet they are not the most sophisticated dinner option. Introducing this cornflake-crusted cod—it's similar enough to those cherished fish sticks that kids will not reject them, while still offering a more mature flavor and texture.
To make the crusted fish, establish two stations: one for the egg mixture and another for the cornflake mixture. Dip the fillets in each station before placing them on the baking sheet. This setup simplifies clean-up and accelerates the fish preparation process.
Suggestions
Accompany the fish with roasted or mashed potatoes and green beans sautéed with walnuts and brown butter. Include tartar sauce or cilantro aioli on the side for dipping.
Begin preparations earlier in the day by coating the fish and refrigerating it until you are ready to bake.
If cornflakes are unavailable, substitute them with cracker crumbs or breadcrumbs.
If you possess wire racks, position them on the baking sheet, apply pan spray, and place the fish on the wire rack. This method allows hot air to circulate beneath the fish, cooking the bottom of the fillet effectively.
If sustainability is a priority for you, opt for farmed Atlantic cod or Pacific Alaska cod instead of wild Atlantic cod or Pacific cod sourced from Japan or Russia.
This cooking technique can also be applied to other varieties of white fish, as well as boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs.
Recipe Variations
Parmesan-crusted baked cod: Substitute the crushed cereal with half a cup of breadcrumbs and half a cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
Herb-crusted baked cod: Swap the cornflakes for three-quarters of a cup of breadcrumbs and one tablespoon each of dried oregano, dried basil, and dried parsley.
Air-fried variation: Prepare the fish as instructed. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F. Arrange the fillets in the air fryer and cook for about 12 minutes until the crust becomes crispy.
Suggestions
Serve the fish alongside roasted or mashed potatoes and green beans sautéed with walnuts and brown butter. Include tartar sauce or cilantro aioli on the side for dipping.
Begin preparations earlier in the day by coating the fish and refrigerating it until you are ready to bake.
If cornflakes are unavailable, substitute them with cracker crumbs or breadcrumbs.
If you possess wire racks, position them on the baking sheet, apply pan spray, and place the fish on the wire rack. This method allows hot air to circulate beneath the fish, ensuring the bottom of the fillet cooks properly.
If sustainability is a priority for you, opt for farmed Atlantic cod or Pacific Alaska cod instead of wild Atlantic cod or Pacific cod sourced from Japan or Russia.
This cooking technique can also be applied to other varieties of white fish, as well as boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs.
Recipe Modifications
Parmesan-crusted baked cod: Substitute the crushed cereal with half a cup of breadcrumbs and half a cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
Herb-crusted baked cod: Replace the cornflakes with 3/4 cup of breadcrumbs and add 1 tablespoon each of dried oregano, dried basil, and dried parsley.
Air-fried variation: Prepare the fish as instructed. Preheat the air fryer to 350 F. Arrange the fillets in the air fryer and cook for about 12 minutes until the crust becomes crispy.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound cod fillets
- 1 cup crushed cornflakes
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 egg
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Steps to Make It
Gather your ingredients and preheat oven to 400 F.
Drizzle olive oil over a baking sheet.
In one bowl, combine the cornflakes and melted butter. In another bowl, combine the mustard, egg, and salt and pepper, and mix it together thoroughly.
Dip each cod filet in the egg mixture, shaking off the excess, and then into the cornflake and butter mixture, turning to ensure the whole filet is coated. Shake off any extra flakes and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake 15 to 20 minutes, until the fish is opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork. The baking time will depend on how thick the fillets are. Check at 15 minutes. If not done, continue baking, checking every 2 minutes until done. Cool. Enjoy the Cornflake-Crusted Baked Cod recipes !!!
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