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Baked Scrod Recipe

January 5, 2023 by Elizabeth Murray | Affiliate Disclaimer
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This healthy baked scrod recipe is one of the simplest ways to make scrod fish taste amazing! We dredge the filet in a variety of super-healthy spices and gluten-free brown rice flour before cooking it in a cast iron skillet. We’re left with flakey and delicious white fish that goes great with a healthy side like barley and a vegetable.

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Baked scrod filets on a white plate with a cast iron skillet with more fish in the background

Don’t let the goldeny-red crust fool you…this fish was NOT deep fried! It was simply pan-seared for about 2 minutes on each side before being baked in the oven. My Mediterranean Baked Cod Recipe has a similar cooking technique, but it isn’t as healthy as this one because it uses butter!

I want to note that this recipe is SIMPLE. Fish drenched in melted butter, parmesan, and a panko bread crumb topping tastes incredible, but this recipe is all about using simple whole ingredients that we can find in our pantry to make a quick, easy, and healthy fish dinner.

What Kind of Fish is Baked Scrod?

Let’s start out with probably your biggest question: What exactly IS scrod fish? Well for one, scrod isn’t actually a fish! There is no fish swimming in the ocean right now called scrod. I know, mind-blowing.

Scrod simply refers to a young haddock, cod, or similar ‘white fish’. Usually, it refers to the ‘catch of the day’. Frequently, restaurants and grocery stores put it on the menu as ‘scrod’ because it is very fresh and they don’t know what they will be getting until that morning.

Most good grocery stores and restaurants will know what type of fish the scrod is if you ask. Scrod is almost always split and deboned, making its preparation very easy.

Scrod can be any of the following:

  • A young cod fish

  • A young haddock

  • A young pollock

  • Other young white fish

So with that being said, let’s answer a few frequently asked questions about scrod:

  • What is the difference between cod and scrod? Scrod is simply the catch of the day, so there is a chance that the scrod that you are eating is, in fact, a young cod fish! But it could also be halibut or pollock or another white fish.

  • Is scrod a good fish to eat? Usually! Most white fish in general is lower in mercury in comparison to fresh tuna and marlin. Just like with any variety of fish, you want to be aware of where the fish grew up. Farm-raised fish tends to be higher in contaminants and saturated fat, whereas wild fish eat a natural diet and may be higher in trace minerals. There are pros and cons to both, so I recommend checking out this article from Master Class titled Farm-Raised vs. Wild-Caught Fish and Seafood.

  • Is baked scrod healthy? Not always. The fish itself is healthy, but the way it is prepared can cause it to be unhealthy. For example, ‘Boston Scrod’ is seen frequently on menus across New England and consists of dipping the fish in oil, bread crumbs or Ritz crackers, and a butter mixture. And while this is absolutely delicious and I highly recommend trying it one day, it is not as healthy as this specific recipe.

Boneless skinless scrod filets wrapped in brown paper with a $14.99 price tag.
Raw scrod fish opened up on brown fish wrapping paper

How To Make This Healthy Baked Scrod Recipe

Baking scrod doesn’t require dairy or melted butter! We use healthy brown rice flour, eggs, and spices. We do a brief pan sear to get that bright golden-crimson crust, then pop it in the oven to finish! Here, let’s break it down.

  • Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full list of ingredients and instructions!

  1. Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cut your scrod into the portions that you would like to serve.
  2. Place the brown rice flour in a medium-sized bowl. Measure out the spices (smoked paprika, turmeric, onion powder, ground black pepper, salt, garlic powder) and place them into the bowl with the flour.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 eggs. Take one of the scrod portions and coat it with the whisked egg. Allow the excess to drip off, then transfer it to the bowl with the flour and spices. Coat the fish evenly, then transfer it to a plate. Repeat with each portion of scrod.
  4. Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large cast iron skillet, stove-top safe baking pan, or oven-safe skillet. Place the fish fillets in the skillet and allow them to cook over medium-high heat for about 2-3 minutes per side, until a nice crust forms on the fish.
  5. Place the entire skillet in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until the fish is cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees F. When done, carefully remove the skillet and drizzle each piece of fish with freshly squeezed lemon juice. (Don’t skip, the acidity is needed).
  6. Serve the baked fish with a healthy grain and vegetable!
Brown rice flour, eggs and spices for fish
Scrod fish being dredged in a brown rice flour and spice mixture after being dipped in egg
Four scrod filets dredged in egg, flour and spices
Scrod being pan seared in a black cast iron skillet after dredged in egg and spices

What Is A Good Side Dish For Baked Scrod?

I recommend keeping it healthy and serving this baked scrod recipe with a healthy whole grain and a variety of vegetables. Here are some options.

  • Barley

  • Farro

  • Brown Rice

  • Quinoa

  • Mashed Potatoes

  • Roasted Potatoes (you can cut time and roast other vegetables with them at the same time like broccoli and butternut squash!)

  • Cauliflower Rice

  • Salad mixed with a grain

Health Benefits Of The Spices

Most of the spices we use have strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that have disease-fighting qualities.

Smoked PaprikaPaprika is loaded with nutrients and antioxidants. It contains high levels of vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta-carotene. It may also help reduce inflammation in the body due to the capsaicin found in it.
TurmericSeveral compounds in turmeric are very healthy for the body, most notably curcumin. Curcumin is being studied for its strong anti-inflammatory abilities, and its potential to ease depression symptoms. Curcumin also helps keep blood sugar levels stable. Whenever you use turmeric in a recipe, you want to pair it with black pepper. The peperine in black pepper helps the body to absorb curcumin by up to 2000% more.
Garlic PowderGarlic powder can help to regulate blood pressure and cholesterol levels due to its array of nutrients and beneficial bioactive compounds.
Onion PowderOnion powder contains dietary fiber, manganese, calcium, and vitamin C. One TBSP is roughly equivalent to 1/2 a cup of chopped raw onion, so you are getting all of those nutrients and antioxidants in the powdered form!
  • If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, it’s totally fine to use a regular pan for pan searing and a baking dish for the oven! Just use a little cooking spray in the baking pan so it doesn’t stick.

    Four pieces of baked scrod fish in a large cast iron skillet on a wooden surface

    Other Healthy Recipes You Might Like

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Baked scrod filets on a white plate with a cast iron skillet with more fish in the background

Baked Scrod

This healthy baked scrod recipe is one of the simplest ways to make scrod fish taste amazing! We dredge the filet in a variety of super-healthy spices and gluten-free brown rice flour before cooking it in a cast iron skillet. We're left with flakey and delicious white fish that goes great with a healthy side like barley and a vegetable.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 16 minutes mins
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Total Time 21 minutes mins
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds scrod fish
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup brown rice flour
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp table salt
  • fresh cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lemon, quartered

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cut your scrod into the portions that you would like to serve.
  • Place the brown rice flour in a medium-sized bowl. Measure out the spices (smoked paprika, turmeric, onion powder, ground black pepper, salt, garlic powder) and place them into the bowl with the flour.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 eggs. Take one of the scrod portions and coat it with the whisked egg. Allow the excess to drip off, then transfer it to the bowl with the flour and spices. Coat the fish evenly, then transfer it to a plate. Repeat with each portion of scrod.
  • Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large cast iron skillet (or oven safe skillet). Place the fish fillets in the skillet and allow to cook undisturbed over medium-high heat for about 2-3 minutes per side, until a nice crust forms on the fish. Place the entire skillet in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the fish is cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
  • When done, carefully remove the skillet and drizzle each piece of fish with fresh squeezed lemon juice. (Don't skip, the acidity is needed). Serve the baked fish with a healthy grain and vegetable!
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