Crusty Broiled Cod with Littlenecks and Chourico

Name: Crusty Broiled Cod with Littlenecks and Chourico
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup panko, lightly toasted; 1/4 cup chopped parsley; 3 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 4 5-ounce pieces cod fillet, about 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick; 1 lemon, quartered; 2 tablespoons medium or hot smoked paprika; Salt; Cracked black pepper; 1/2 pound chourico, diced medium; 12 littleneck clams, well washed; 1/2 cup dry white wine

Servings: persons

1/2 cup panko, lightly toasted
1/4 cup chopped parsley
3 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
4 5-ounce pieces cod fillet, about 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick
1 lemon, quartered
2 tablespoons medium or hot smoked paprika
Salt
Cracked black pepper
1/2 pound chourico, diced medium
12 littleneck clams, well washed
1/2 cup dry white wine

1
Heat broiler (to high if you have the option).
2
Combine panko, parsley, garlic, lemon zest and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a small bowl, mix well and set aside.
3
Rub cod and lemon quarters all over with remaining oil, sprinkle with paprika, salt and pepper, then place in 9-by-12-inch shallow baking dish or disposable foil pan.
4
Arrange chourico and clams around cod and pour in wine.
5
Place under broiler on top rack (about 3 to 4 inches from flame) and broil, turning dish back to front after about 5 minutes, until fish is almost opaque and littlenecks are open, 10 to 12 minutes.
6
Sprinkle panko mixture over the cod and return to broiler until crumbs are crispy golden brown, another 2 to 3 minutes.
7
Split cod, clams, chourico, and lemon among 4 shallow bowls, pour pan juices around and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup panko, lightly toasted, 1/4 cup chopped parsley, 3 tablespoons minced garlic, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Crusty Broiled Cod with Littlenecks and Chourico falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!