Crispy Oven-Baked Fish
We are trying to eat more fish during the week and this is one of my favorites. It produces a crunchy exterior and tender white flesh inside. Serve with Tartar Sauce. This was a recipe I tested for America's Test Kitchen in 2008. 4 large slices white sandwich bread, torn into 1-inch pieces 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Table salt and ground black pepper 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves 1 small shallot, minced (about 2 tablespoons) 1/4 cup plus 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 large eggs 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish 3 tablespoons mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) 1 1/4 pounds cod, haddock, or other thick white fish fillets (1 to 1 1/2-inches), cut into 4 pieces Lemon wedges 1. Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Pulse bread, melted butter, 1/4-teaspoon salt, and 1/4-teaspoon pepper in food processor until bread is coarsely ground, eight 1-second pulses (you should h...
