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Homemade pistachio crusted cod fillet recipe with lemon wedges and parsley on a white plate, photographed overhead on a white marble counter.

Pistachio Crusted Cod Recipe

Crispy, nutty, and elegant — this pistachio crusted cod recipe transforms simple cod fillets into a restaurant-quality dinner in under 30 minutes. Perfect for family meals or dinner parties.
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Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Resting Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Calories: 360kcal
Cost: $20

Equipment

  • 1 Rimmed baking sheet Prevents spillage, ensures even cooking
  • 1 roll Parchment paper Non-stick surface and easy cleanup
  • 3 Shallow dishes For coating station
  • 1 Food processor To chop pistachios evenly
  • 1 Digital Meat Thermometer For checking doneness
  • 1 Silicone spatula Gentle handling without breaking crust
  • 1 Sharp knife Clean fillet portions

Ingredients

  • 4 fillets (6 oz each) Fresh Cod Fillets About 1 inch thick, firm, white
  • 1 cup Pistachios Shelled, unsalted, finely chopped
  • ½ cup Panko Breadcrumbs For extra crisp texture
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
  • 2 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 3 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Melted
  • Lemon Wedges For serving, optional
  • Extra Pistachios For garnish, optional
  • Fresh Herb Sprigs Garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pat cod fillets dry and season lightly.
  • Combine pistachios, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and toss.
  • Mix eggs with Dijon mustard in a shallow dish.
  • Dip cod fillets in egg wash, then press firmly into pistachio mixture. Place on baking sheet.
  • Drizzle fillets with melted butter and lemon juice. Bake 12–15 minutes until cod flakes easily at 145°F.
  • Let rest 2–3 minutes before serving. Garnish with lemon wedges, pistachios, or herbs.

Notes

  • Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 170g | Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 420mg | Potassium: 720mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 2mg