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Baked Cod with Pistachio Crust and Zesty Garlic Aioli

Baked Cod with Pistachio Crust and Zesty Garlic Aioli

A delightful dish featuring tender cod fillets topped with a crunchy pistachio crust, served with a zesty garlic aioli.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Cod fillets About 6 ounces each
  • 1 cup Shelled unsalted pistachios
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 1 whole Lemon Zested and juiced
  • to garnish Fresh parsley Chopped
Zesty Garlic Aioli Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 pieces Garlic cloves Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Food Processor
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a food processor, combine the shelled pistachios, breadcrumbs, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
  3. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle lemon juice over the fillets and season them with salt and pepper.
  4. Evenly distribute the pistachio mixture over the top of each cod fillet, pressing gently to adhere.
  5. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Once the cod is cooked, remove it from the oven. Serve the baked cod with a generous dollop of zesty garlic aioli on the side. Garnish with lemon zest and chopped parsley.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your preference. This dish pairs well with a side of roasted vegetables.