Lemon Garlic Butter Baked Cod: A Delicious and Easy Seafood Recipe
Alight and flavorful baked cod dish seasoned with lemon, garlic, butter, andherbs. Perfect for a quick, healthy meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean-inspired
Servings 4
Calories 250 kcal
Cod Fillets:
- 4 pieces of fresh cod fillets totaling approximately 1.5 pounds (680 grams)
Lemon Garlic Butter:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted (42 g)
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Optional Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- Lemon wedges for serving
Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish by either greasing it lightly or lining it with parchment paper.
Prepare the Butter Mixture: In a tiny bowl, whisk together the melted butter, crushed garlic, zest of a lemon, fresh lemon juice, oregano, dried parsley, and season with salt and pepper. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
Season the Cod: Gently blot the cod fillets with a paper towel to absorb any excess moisture. Place them in the prepared baking dish, spaced evenly.
Add the Flavor: Spoon the lemon garlic butter mixture evenly over each fillet, ensuring they are well coated.
Bake the Cod: Transfer the baking dish to the oven and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cod turns opaque and effortlessly flakes apart when tested with a fork. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
Garnish and Serve: Remove the cod from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired. Dish out the cod right away, accompanied by fresh lemon wedges to add a zesty kick