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Baked Lemon-Garlic Cod with Butter Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Marina
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Baked Lemon-Garlic Cod with Butter Sauce is a simple yet flavorful seafood dish perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner. Tender cod fillets are seasoned, topped with a garlic lemon butter sauce, and baked to flaky perfection. Garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices, this recipe offers a bright and buttery complement to the mild fish, making it a delicious and nutritious meal option.

Ingredients

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Fish

  • 4 cod fillets

Sauce & Seasoning

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 lemon, sliced into rounds
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the cod evenly.
  2. Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to fit the cod fillets in a single layer. This prevents sticking and allows even cooking.
  3. Season Cod: Place the cod fillets in the baking dish and season both sides with salt and black pepper to enhance the natural flavor of the fish.
  4. Make Garlic Butter Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  5. Add Lemon Juice: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice to combine the bright citrus flavor with the buttery garlic.
  6. Pour Sauce over Cod: Evenly pour the garlic butter sauce over the seasoned cod fillets, ensuring each piece is well coated.
  7. Top with Lemon Slices: Place lemon slices on top of each cod fillet to add extra aroma and garnish.
  8. Bake: Bake the cod in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, indicating it is cooked through.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving to add a fresh herbal note and color contrast.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh cod fillets that are similar in size for even cooking.
  • You can substitute cod with other white fish like haddock or halibut if desired.
  • Make sure not to overcook the fish to keep it moist and flaky.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: baked cod, lemon garlic cod, fish recipes, healthy seafood, easy dinner, cod fillets, lemon butter sauce

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