World Flavors Cookbook

New England Baked Scrod

Young cod or haddock topped with buttered breadcrumbs and baked until golden — the simple, pure seafood dish of the New England coast.

Cuisine: United States

Ingredients

• 4 scrod fillets (young cod or haddock, 6oz each)
• 100g fresh breadcrumbs
• 4 tbsp butter, melted
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and white pepper
• Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425F.
2. Pat fish dry. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
3. Place in a greased baking dish.
4. Drizzle with lemon juice.
5. Mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and parsley.
6. Top each fillet with breadcrumb mixture.
7. Bake 15-20 minutes until fish flakes easily.
8. Serve with lemon wedges and boiled potatoes.