Panko Crusted Pacific Cod From Chef Nicole

Ingredients

• 2 (5-7oz) Pacific cod portions
• ¼ cup Panko
• 2Tbs of parmesan cheese
• Zest from half a lemon
• 1tsp of olive oil

Directions

1. Thaw pacific cod portions via desired method.
2. Preheat oven to 400F.
3. Combine ¼ cup Panko with 2Tbs of parmesan cheese, zest from half a lemon, and 1tsp of olive oil. Massage to combine ingredients and release lemon zest oils into Panko.
4. Season the portions with salt and pepper, then lightly coat with olive oil. Then top portions with Panko mixture.
5. Place portions in oiled baking dish. Bake for 8 minutes or until fish reaches an internal temperature of 145F. Then broil for 2 minutes or until Panko is lightly browned.