Ingredients
– 2 firm white fish fillets (about 5 oz / 150g each), skin off, at room temperature
– 2 tablespoons dijon mustard (may substitute mayonnaise)
– Olive oil spray
– Salt and pepper
– 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
– 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley (optional)
– 1/3 cup (30g) finely grated parmesan cheese
– 1 garlic clove, minced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Pinch of salt
Instructions
1-Preheat grill or broiler on high. Get the heat moving so your crumb browns fast.
2-Mix all crumb ingredients well to combine. Stir breadcrumbs, parsley (optional), Parmesan, minced garlic, olive oil, and a pinch of salt until evenly mixed.
3-Sprinkle both sides of the fish with salt and pepper. Season lightly so the fish tastes flavorful but not salty.
4-Spread mustard on the top side of each fillet. Keep it on the top side only since that is what will get the crumb.
5-Press the mustard-coated side into the crumb mixture firmly so it sticks well. Press with confidence so you do not end up with crumb fallout.
6-Spray crumbed side with olive oil for extra golden crust. This helps the topping brown and crisp under the high heat.
7-Drizzle 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet and preheat on high. You want the skillet hot so the fish underside starts cooking immediately.
8-Once skillet is hot, place fillets in pan. Then immediately place under the grill about 5 inches from heat source.
9-Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, rotating as needed. You are looking for golden crumb and fish that flakes easily.
10-For oven option: bake at 220C (390F) for 10 to 12 minutes, then finish under broiler for golden crumb.
11-Serve immediately with lemon wedges. Lemon brightens the Parmesan crust and keeps the whole plate feeling fresh.
Last Step:
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๐ Choose any firm white fish like cod, snapper, or basa for best results and even cooking.
๐ฅ Dijon mustard acts as the perfect glue for the crumbsโno egg wash needed and less mess.
๐ฅ Preheat the skillet well to get a crunchy base while the broiler crisps the top quickly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Western
- Diet: Low-Carb, High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (149g)
- Calories: 263 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 263 mg
- Fat: 9.1 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11.7 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 32.5 g
- Cholesterol: 136 mg
