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cod cheeks in panko in a wire dish with peas and lemon to the side.

Cod Cheeks in Panko Breadcrumbs

Amanda
Succulent boneless cod bites in panko and deep fried or baked in the oven.
4.78 from 40 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine British
Servings 6
Calories 417 kcal

Equipment

  • Deep fryer - optional
  • Oven tray
  • Bowls - for breading
  • Spider ladle or slotted spoon - for frying

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 kg cod cheeks
  • 2 eggs
  • 200 g panko breadcrumbs
  • 200 f flour plain
  • 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoon parsley
  • 1½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • oil for deep frying

Instructions
 

  • Beat the eggs then put the flour, eggs and panko in separate bowls.
  • Mix the salt and pepper with the flour.
  • Dip each piece of cod first in the flour, shake off the excess then repeat with the egg, then finally the panko.
  • To cook these in a deep fryer, heat the oil to 160 C or 310 F.
  • Fry in batches, so as not to overcrowd the basket. I find that 6 is about right but it will vary depending on the size of your fryer.
  • Cook for about 2- 4 minutes until golden then lift out and drain on kitchen paper.
  • Put them in the oven at 180 C or 350 F to keep warm while you cook the rest.
  • Alternatively, cook the fish in the oven. Line the oven tray with baking parchment or silicone. Bake at 200 C / 400 F / 180 FAN / Gas 6, for about 20 minutes, turning halfway through cooking.
  • Serve with lemon wedges and some chopped parsley sprinkled over the top.

Notes

 
Disclaimer:
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
I have not included the oil in the calculation as it is not possible to calculate how much oil will be used.
💭 Top Tip
  • The cod cheeks should already be prepared so just dry them off with kitchen paper to remove any excess moisture. This is particularly important if you are using frozen ones that have defrosted, as the breading won't stick well.
  • When breading,   I find that it's easier to add 2 or 3 pieces to a bowl at a time and use one hand for the four and panko and another for the egg. This helps your hands to stay cleaner.
  • If you are in the middle of other jobs in the kitchen it makes it easier to do this with tongs, rather than keep wiping and washing your hands.

Nutrition

Calories: 417kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 40gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 126mgSodium: 938mgPotassium: 846mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 264IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 109mgIron: 4mg
Keyword cod cheeks, panko
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