Dijon Herb Crusted White Fish 🐟🌿🥄 Tender, Flaky Fillets Baked Under a Golden Dijon Mustard and Herb Breadcrumb Crust

This recipe turns simple white fish into a crispy-topped, flavor-packed main dish with zero frying and minimal fuss. Dijon mustard locks in moisture and flavor, while the herby crumb topping turns golden and crunchy in the oven — it’s weeknight-easy, but feels bistro-level.

Serve with lemon wedges, steamed greens, or roasted potatoes for a fast, refined plate.

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

For the fish

• 2–3 white fish fillets (cod, haddock, halibut, or tilapia)
• Salt and pepper
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (or more to coat each fillet)
• Lemon wedges for serving

For the crust

• ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred for extra crunch)
• 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or a mix of thyme, chives, tarragon)
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional)
• Pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil. Pat fish dry and season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 2: Coat with Dijon

Brush a thin layer of Dijon mustard over the top of each fillet — this helps the crust stick and infuses flavor.

Step 3: Make the Crust

In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, olive oil, herbs, lemon zest, Parmesan (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir until evenly moistened and crumbly.

Step 4: Crust and Bake

Press the breadcrumb mixture gently onto the mustard-coated side of each fillet. Bake for 10–14 minutes, depending on thickness, until fish flakes easily and crust is golden brown.

Optional: broil the last 1–2 minutes for extra crisp.

Step 5: Serve

Plate with lemon wedges and sprinkle with extra herbs if desired.

Flavor Variations

• Add minced garlic or shallot to the crust for punch
• Use whole-grain mustard for more texture and depth
• Swap in almond flour or crushed nuts for a gluten-free crust
• Mix in dried herbs (Herbes de Provence, Italian blend) for bolder crust
• Add a thin tomato slice or spoon of olive tapenade under the crust

Pro Tips

• Don’t overbake — white fish dries quickly; check at 10 minutes
• Panko = max crunch; regular breadcrumbs = more compact crust
• Mustard acts like glue — coat evenly, but not too thick
• Leftovers reheat well in a toaster oven or air fryer to maintain texture
• Works great with thicker fillets like haddock or halibut

Final Thoughts

Dijon Herb Crusted White Fish is crisp on top, tender inside, and loaded with herbaceous, tangy flavor — a no-fuss, no-fry way to elevate basic fillets into something special.

Spread it. Crust it. Bake it golden. 🐟🌿🥄🔥

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