# Components:
→ Seafood
01 - 4 skinless, boneless cod fillets (5–6 oz each)
→ Topping
02 - 1 1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers (approximately 54 g)
03 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (56 g)
04 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
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 (60 ml)
09 - Lemon wedges, for serving
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish to fit cod fillets in a single layer.
02 - Pat cod fillets dry and season lightly with freshly ground black pepper. Arrange fillets evenly in the baking dish.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine crushed Ritz crackers, melted butter, chopped parsley, paprika, and lemon zest. Stir until crumbs are evenly moistened.
04 - Generously sprinkle the cracker mixture over each cod fillet, pressing gently to adhere.
05 - Pour white wine or fish stock around the fillets in the dish, taking care not to wet the cracker topping.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until cod flakes easily with a fork and topping is golden brown.
07 - Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
