Ingredients:

  • 4 (6-oz) Halibut fillets, skin removed
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp Freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves Garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp Lemon zest
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the halibut fillets completely dry with paper towels to ensure the crust adheres properly. Season the tops with salt and pepper.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, fresh lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to create the binding liquid.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and lemon zest.
  5. Brush the top of each fillet generously with the lemon-butter binder, then press a thick layer of the Panko-Parmesan mixture onto the fish.
  6. Bake for 12 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the fish flakes.