Baked Lemon Haddock

If you’ve been sleeping on haddock, this is your wake-up call.

Mild, flaky, and forgiving to cook, haddock is a New England staple that deserves a spot in your regular rotation.

Here, seasoned bread crumbs mingle with melted butter, lemon zest, and garlic powder to form a golden, crunchy crust that shatters against the tender fish beneath.

The whole thing takes about 40 minutes from cutting board to table, making it a real weeknight hero.

Kitchen Tips

• Pat the fillets dry with paper towels before placing in the dish so the crumb topping sticks and crisps up properly.
• Don’t skimp on the lemon zest. It’s doing the heavy lifting for brightness in this recipe.
• Check for doneness a few minutes early. Haddock can go from flaky to dry quickly.
• Serve with a wedge of lemon and tartar sauce on the side.