Weekly Favorite Baked Cod






Weekly Favorite Baked Cod

Weekly Favorite Baked Cod

My husband has been requesting this dish every week for the past two months!

Ingredients:

  • 4 cod filets (approximately 6 ounces each)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Preparation:

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Season the fish: Place the cod filets in the baking dish and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Prepare the lemon butter sauce: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, and minced garlic.
  4. Coat the filets: Pour the lemon butter mixture over the cod filets, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
  5. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Variations & Tips:

  • Crumb Topping: For added texture, mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the cod before baking.
  • Healthier Option: Substitute olive oil for butter to reduce saturated fat.
  • Spicy Twist: Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to the lemon butter mixture for a spicy kick.
  • Citrus Swap: If lemons are too tart for your liking, use oranges for a sweeter citrus flavor.

This simple yet flavorful recipe is sure to become a staple in your home as it has in mine. Enjoy!


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