Crispy Baked Alaskan Pollock Recipe

You'll love this baked pollock with a crispy topping - it's a delicious recipe that only takes 30 minutes. It's one of the best pollock recipes because it allows the natural flavors of the fish to shine while adding a little flavor and crunch!

The parmesan panko crumb topping provides a lovely crunch and herby flavor. It's a great dish and one of the best simple pollock recipes!

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• Ingredients for Baked Pollock
• How to Make Pollock
• Tips for Making this Recipe
• Storage
• Frequently Asked Questions
• What to Serve with Pollock
• More Great Fish Recipes
• Baked Pollock

Wild Alaska pollock is a great source of protein and, like other white fish, gives you a healthy dose of omega-3 fatty acids while being low in calories.

Pollock is a firmer textured, flaky fish that isn't very oily. If you like cod or halibut, you'll like pollock. It flakes apart in larger chunks and is a substantial and tasty fish.

Ingredients for Baked Pollock

You only need a few simple ingredients to make this crispy pollock recipe. Here's what you'll need (see the recipe card for quantities):

• Alaskan Pollock Fillets - also called Pacific pollock and walleye pollock, Alaskan pollock is a type of cod fish that can be found in the North Pacific. Wild caught Alaskan cod is a sustainable fish and isn't overfished.
• Olive Oil - if you don't have or want to use olive oil, you can use melted butter or vegetable oil.
• Sea Salt - brings out the natural flavors of the fish.
• Garlic Powder - adds a little allium flavor to the dish.
• Italian Seasoning (or Italian Herb Blend) - adds a combination of thyme, oregano, basil, and more to season the fish.
• Onion Powder - adds a great punch of oniony flavor.
• Ground Black Pepper - adds the tiniest bit of heat.
• Panko Breadcrumbs - creates a crispy, light topping on the fish that bakes to a perfect golden brown.
• Parmesan Cheese - adds creamy, sweet flavor to the topping.
• If you'd like to add a little heat to this recipe, feel free to add some chili powder, cayenne pepper, or crushed red pepper flakes to the spice blend.

How to Make Pollock

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. 

Place the pollock fish fillets in a single layer on an aluminum foil or parchment lined baking tray or greased baking dish. Pat dry with paper towels.

Brush the olive oil over the top and sides of the fillets. 

In a small bowl, mix the sea salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, onion powder, and ground black pepper. Sprinkle half the mixture on the pollock filets. 

In a medium bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and the remaining spices.

Sprinkle the panko mixture over the pollock fillets and gently press down to make sure the breadcrumbs and cheese are sticking to the fish.

Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until fish reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer. 

If you’d like the panko topping to be crispier, broil the fish on high for 1 minute.

Serve with slices of lemon, or a squeeze of lemon juice, lime juice, or lemon zest, and chopped herbs like fresh parsley or dill. Feel free to serve with a dip, fresh salsa, or a dollop of sour cream.

Tips for Making this Recipe

Cooking Tips - if you want the panko topping to be golden brown, you'll need to broil the fish on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute. If you decide to do this, watch your fish closely - you don't want it burning or overcooking.

Specialty Ingredients - You can make your own Italian Seasoning blend at home! It's easy and delicious and you can use it on many more recipes. 

Storage

• Save the baked pollock for up to 3 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
• Freeze baked pollock for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container.
• Reheat in the oven or a toaster oven, at 350 degrees F for 15 minutes or until the panko topping is crispy and the fish is warm to the touch.

Frequently Asked Questions

What to Serve with Pollock

Fresh vegetables, salads, or a simple side of rice are always good sides for fish! But here are some great side dishes that are especially good with this delicious, flaky white fish.

• Easy Homemade Tartar Sauce Recipe - a fantastic side for any fish, this fantastic creamy sauce is way better than the store-bought stuff.
• Parmesan Green Beans - these tasty roasted green beans are a simple but tasty side dish that pairs well with white fish.
• Spring Mix Salad - turn a bag of spring mix into a wonderful fresh salad!
• Black Bean Salad - an easy side dish with bell pepper and black beans.

More Great Fish Recipes

Try some of our other favorite quick dinners and flavorful fish recipes!

• Baked Parmesan Panko Cod Recipe
• Baked Lemon Salmon Recipe
• How to Grill Tilapia on the Stove
• Pan-Seared Halibut with Capers and Dill

If you've never tried baked pollock, this is a great recipe to try. It's delicious, easy, and a crowd-pleaser. If you try it, let us know! Connect with us on Instagram and share your photos, or leave us a rating.