Ingredients:

  • 1.5 lb haddock fillets
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place the 4 tbsp unsalted butter in your 9x13 inch baking dish and bake for 2-3 minutes until it's melted and bubbling. Note: This pre heats the pan so the fish starts searing immediately.
  2. Pat the 1.5 lb haddock fillets completely dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then drizzle with 1 tbsp lemon juice.
  3. Remove the dish from the oven. Carefully place the seasoned fillets into the melted butter, turning each piece until it's fully coated in the liquid gold.
  4. In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup panko, 1 tbsp chopped parsley, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder.
  5. Press a generous layer of the panko mixture onto the top of each fillet. Note: Press firmly so it doesn't slide off during baking.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the topping is mahogany colored and the fish is opaque.
  7. Check the fish by gently pushing the center with a fork; it should flake easily.
  8. For a truly shattering crust, broil for the final 60 seconds until the edges are deeply browned.