Lemon Butter Baked Cod
This Lemon Butter Baked Cod recipe features tender, flaky fish fillets baked in a zesty, buttery sauce. It's quick to prepare and packed with flavor, making it a perfect weeknight meal.
Equipment
- 1 baking dish
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 fish spatula or tongs
Ingredients
- 4 pieces cod fillets (6-ounce each)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter Melted.
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice About 2 lemons.
- 2 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley Or 1 tablespoon fresh parsley.
- to taste lemon slices For garnish.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and parsley until well combined.
- Place the cod fillets in a baking dish and pour the lemon butter mixture over the fish, ensuring each fillet is well-coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with lemon slices if desired.
- Serve immediately, ideally with a side of steamed vegetables or rice.
Notes
For a bit of heat, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the lemon butter mixture.
Make sure not to overcook the cod, as it can become dry. Check for doneness around the 15-minute mark.
You can substitute the cod with other white fish like haddock or tilapia if preferred.