Garlic Herb Cod Kiev Traybake: An Easy and Flavorful Weeknight Meal
Are you looking for an easy and flavorful weeknight meal that will impress your family and friends? Look no further than this Garlic Herb Cod Kiev Traybake. This dish is made with tender cod fillets that are coated in a crispy breadcrumb mixture and baked to perfection. The fillets are then topped with a creamy garlic herb sauce that adds a delicious burst of flavor.
This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights because it can be prepared in just 30 minutes. It's also a great way to use up leftover bread or breadcrumbs.
Ingredients:
* 1 pound cod fillets
* 1/2 cup bread crumbs
* 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
* 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
* 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
* 1 teaspoon garlic powder
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
* 1/4 cup mayonnaise
* 1/4 cup sour cream
* 1 tablespoon lemon juice
* 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, chives, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Dip the cod fillets in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
5. Place the cod fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, and garlic.
7. Spread the garlic herb sauce over the cod fillets.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cod is cooked through and the breadcrumb coating is golden brown.
9. Serve immediately.
Tips:
* If you don't have any fresh parsley or chives, you can use dried herbs instead. Use about 1 tablespoon of dried parsley and 1/2 tablespoon of dried chives.
* You can also add other herbs and spices to the breadcrumb mixture, such as thyme, rosemary, or oregano.
* If you don't have any mayonnaise or sour cream, you can use Greek yogurt instead.
* This dish is also great served with a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Enjoy!