Ingredients:

  • 4 (6-ounce/170g) hake fillets, skin on or off
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup (50g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
  • 1/4 cup (15g) finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons (10g) finely chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon (5g) finely chopped fresh oregano
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced (about 2 tablespoons juice)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Lightly grease the baking dish with olive oil.
  3. Pat the hake fillets dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper. Place in the prepared baking dish.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, parsley, basil, oregano, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until combined.
  5. Evenly distribute the lemon-herb crust over the hake fillets, pressing lightly to adhere.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the hake is cooked through and the crust is golden brown and crispy. The fish should flake easily with a fork.
  7. Let the hake rest for a few minutes before serving.