Potato-Crusted Cod

Cod is pan-fried, covered with a savory potato crust, and baked in the oven. You can use any type of white fish fillet for this recipe, no need to buy high-quality fish, because the potato crust adds lots of flavor.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 654 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 pinch ground nutmeg
• salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
• 2 (4 ounce) cod fillets
• 4 potatoes, grated
• 2 shallots, grated

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

Step 2

Season cod with salt on both sides. Heat oil in a large skillet and cook cod until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Step 3

Combine grated potatoes, shallots, and egg in a bowl. Season with parsley, nutmeg, and salt. Spread potato mixture on top side of each cod fillet and sprinkle with butter.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until potato crust is lightly browned and cod flakes easily with a fork, about 10 minutes.