Easy Oven-Baked Haddock Recipe

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Growing up in New England, my mom would make baked haddock at least twice a month. As a kid, I thought all white fish was supposed to be covered in breadcrumbs and drowned in butter – that’s just how we did it. When I had plain grilled haddock at a friend’s house, I was so confused.

Now I know there are many ways to prepare haddock, but I keep coming back to mom’s oven-baked version. It’s simple, reliable, and reminds me of those family dinners around our old kitchen table. Plus, it’s pretty hard to mess up – even my cooking-challenged brother has mastered this one.

Suggestions for Ingredient Substitution

For a dairy-free option, almond milk or coconut milk can replace regular milk in this recipe. These alternatives provide a similar consistency and will help the breading adhere to the fish. Use the same amount as called for in the original recipe. Breadcrumbs can be substituted with crushed pork rinds or almond flour for a low-carb, gluten-free alternative. These options will still provide a crispy texture when baked. Adjust the amount as needed to achieve proper coating. Haddock can be replaced with other white fish such as cod, pollock, or tilapia. These fish have similar mild flavors and flaky textures. Cooking times may need slight adjustment depending on the thickness of the fillets.

Preparation Time	10-15 minutes
Cooking Time	15 minutes
Total Time	25-30 minutes
Level of Difficulty	Easy

Estimated Nutrition

Estimated nutrition for the whole recipe (without optional ingredients):

• Calories: 1000-1150
• Protein: 80-90 g
• Fat: 70-80 g
• Carbohydrates: 60-70 g

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup milk
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon ground thyme
• 4 haddock fillets
• 1/4 cup melted butter

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Begin by preheating your oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).

This ensures the oven is hot enough to cook the haddock evenly and create a crispy crust.

Step 2: Prepare the Coating Mixture

In a small bowl, combine the milk and a pinch of salt, mixing well.

In a separate bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and thyme.

This will form the flavorful coating for the haddock fillets.

Step 3: Coat the Haddock Fillets

Take each haddock fillet and dip it into the milk mixture, ensuring it is completely covered.

Then, press the fillet into the crumb mixture, turning to coat thoroughly on all sides.

The crumb coating should adhere well due to the milk mixture.

Step 4: Arrange and Drizzle

Place the coated haddock fillets in a glass baking dish in a single layer.

Drizzle the fillets with melted butter to add richness and help achieve a golden-brown crust during baking.

Step 5: Bake the Fish

Position the baking dish on the top rack of the preheated oven.

Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

This indicates that the haddock is cooked through and ready to be enjoyed.

Step 6: Serve

Once baked to perfection, remove the baking dish from the oven carefully.

Let the haddock rest for a moment, then serve hot with your choice of sides.

Enjoy your crispy and tender Parmesan-crusted haddock!