# Ingredient List:
→ Seafood
01 - 4 skinless, boneless cod fillets, 5–6 oz each
→ Topping
02 - 1 1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers (about 1 sleeve)
03 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
04 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1/2 tsp paprika
06 - Zest of 1 lemon
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ For Baking
08 - 1/4 cup dry white wine or fish stock
09 - Lemon wedges, for serving
# Recipe Steps:
01 - Set your oven to 400°F and grease a baking dish large enough to hold the cod fillets in a single layer.
02 - Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels, season lightly with black pepper, and arrange evenly in the prepared dish.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine crushed Ritz crackers, melted butter, parsley, paprika, and lemon zest; stir until crumbs are evenly moistened.
04 - Generously sprinkle the cracker mixture over each fillet, pressing gently to adhere.
05 - Pour white wine or fish stock around the fish in the dish, avoiding wetting the cracker topping.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the topping is golden brown.
07 - Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
