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Baked Cod

Easy Baked Cod That Melts in Your Mouth in 30 Minutes

This easy baked cod recipe features tender, flaky fish topped with garlic herb butter, perfect for a quick and impressive dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 filets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 filets Cod fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste
For the Garlic Herb Butter
  • 1/2 cup Butter softened
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs finely chopped (parsley, chives, thyme, or your favorite herbs)
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
For the Garnish
  • 1 lemon Lemon thinly sliced

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Baked Cod
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it lightly.
  2. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped herbs, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix until creamy.
  3. Place the cod filets on the prepared baking sheet and season generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Spread the garlic herb butter evenly over each cod filet, ensuring a generous coating.
  5. Arrange thin lemon slices on and around the cod filets.
  6. Bake the cod for 12–15 minutes, or until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Remove the cod from the oven and serve immediately, garnished with additional herbs or lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filetCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 25gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Using fresh cod is crucial for the best flavor and texture. Feel free to adjust the garlic and herbs based on taste. For a crispy topping, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end.

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