# Ingredient List:
→ Seafood
01 - 4 skinless, boneless cod fillets (5–6 oz each)
→ Topping
02 - 1 1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers (approximately 1 sleeve)
03 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1/2 teaspoon 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
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish large enough to hold cod fillets in a single layer.
02 - Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels and season lightly with freshly ground black pepper. Arrange fillets evenly in the prepared baking dish.
03 - In a mixing bowl, blend crushed Ritz crackers, melted butter, chopped parsley, paprika, and lemon zest until crumbs are evenly moistened.
04 - Generously sprinkle the cracker mixture over each cod fillet, pressing lightly to ensure the topping adheres.
05 - Pour white wine or fish stock carefully around the fillets in the baking dish, avoiding wetting the topping mixture.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until cod flakes easily with a fork and the topping turns golden brown.
07 - Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges on the side.
