Baked Cod with Butter and Lemon

Name: Baked Cod with Butter and Lemon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 600 g cod fillet (4 fillets, about 1-inch thick, patted dry); 3 tbsp butter (melted); 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 2 pcs garlic (cloves, minced); 0.25 tsp salt; 1 pinch black pepper; 1 pcs lemon (sliced into rounds, for garnish); 1 tbsp parsley (fresh, chopped, for garnish)

RATING

0.0/5

TASTE SCORE

9/10

Tender, flaky cod fillets bathed in a simple lemon-butter sauce and baked until perfectly opaque. This light and elegant dish comes together in under 30 minutes with just a handful of pantry staples, making it ideal for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for company.

PREP

COOK

15m

SERVES

100 G

214 cal

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

For 4 servings

600 gcod fillet · 4 fillets, about 1-inch thick, patted dry3 tbspbutter · melted2 tbsplemon juice · freshly squeezed2 pcsgarlic · cloves, minced¼ tspsalt1 pinchblack pepper1 pcslemon · sliced into rounds, for garnish1 tbspparsley · fresh, chopped, for garnish

NUTRITION · PER SERVING

214

CALORIES · 100 G

Protein27g · 50%

Carbs3g · 6%

Fat10g · 42%

Fiber1g

Sugar1g

Saturated fat6g

Cholesterol87mg

Sodium296mg

Potassium668mg

Phosphorus314mg

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METHOD · 6 STEPS

prep
Preheat the oven and prepare the baking dish.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with a small pat of butter or a drizzle of oil.
prep
Pat the cod dry and season.
Pat the cod fillets thoroughly with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
mix
Make the lemon butter sauce.
In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic.
assemble
Arrange the cod in the baking dish.
Place the seasoned cod fillets in the prepared baking dish in a single layer. Pour the lemon butter sauce evenly over the top.
bake · ~14 min
Bake until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cod is opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F.
TIPCheck at 12 minutes to avoid overcooking; cod can dry out quickly.
garnish · ~2 min
Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes. Spoon the pan juices over the fish, then garnish with lemon rounds and chopped parsley.
TIPSpoon the buttery juices from the pan over the fish just before serving for extra flavor.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
Pat the cod fillets very dry with paper towels before seasoning to ensure the butter sauce clings properly.
2
Place lemon slices under the cod fillets to prevent sticking and infuse extra flavor from below.
3
Use a thin metal spatula to transfer the baked cod from the dish, as delicate fillets can break apart easily.
4
For a golden top, switch the oven to broil for the last 1–2 minutes of baking.
5
Let the cod rest at room temperature for 10 minutes before baking to promote even cooking.
6
Store leftover baked cod in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat gently in a low oven.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

Adapt it for your goals.

herb crusted

Herb-crusted

Mix 2 tablespoons of panko breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon of melted butter, fresh parsley, and a pinch of lemon zest, then press onto the cod before baking for a crisp, golden crust.

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