Pistachio Crusted Cod
Looking for something a little different for dinner? This Pistachio Crusted Cod is all about that golden, nutty crust — crunchy, zesty, and perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself on a special occasion. It’s easy enough for a weeknight, but fancy enough for your next dinner party.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 small cod fillets about 100g/ 3.5oz each, thawed if frozen
- 60 g shelled pistachios unsalted
- 2 tablespoon (15g) panko breadcrumbs
- 1 heaped tbsp grated Parmesan
- zest of 1 lemon + 1 tablespoon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- salt & freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or mayonnaise
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F.
- Blitz pistachios in a food processor until coarsely ground (don’t overdo it—leave some texture).
- Mix the pistachios in a bowl with panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest and juice, garlic powder, olive oil and a good pinch of salt and black pepper.
- Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels.
- Spread Dijon mustard (or mayo) on the top of each fillet—this helps the crust stick and adds flavour.
- Press the pistachio mixture onto the mustard-coated side of the fish. Press firmly so it sticks.
- Place the fillets on a lined or lightly oiled baking tray.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness, until the fish flakes easily and the crust is golden.
Nutrition
Calories: 354kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 33gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 67mgSodium: 281mgPotassium: 869mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 170IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 91mgIron: 2mg
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