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Baked Lemon-Garlic Cod with Butter Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This Baked Lemon-Garlic Cod with Butter Sauce is a simple, flavorful seafood dish featuring tender cod fillets baked to perfection and coated in a rich, zesty lemon-garlic butter sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or a light gourmet meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Fish

  • 4 cod fillets, freshly thawed and patted dry
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Butter Sauce

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter or European-style cultured butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s at the ideal temperature for perfectly baking the cod fillets.
  2. Prepare Cod Fillets. Pat the cod fillets dry using paper towels to remove any excess moisture; this helps the fish cook evenly and absorb the flavors better.
  3. Season the Cod. Season both sides of the dried cod fillets generously with salt and pepper to enhance their natural flavor.
  4. Make Butter Sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, grated garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil until the mixture is well combined and aromatic.
  5. Arrange Fillets. Place the seasoned cod fillets in a single layer in a baking dish to ensure even cooking and easy coating with sauce.
  6. Coat with Sauce. Pour half of the prepared lemon-garlic butter sauce over the cod fillets, making sure they are evenly coated for maximum flavor.
  7. Bake the Cod. Bake the fillets in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork, indicating it is cooked through.
  8. Baste Midway. Halfway through baking, baste the cod fillets with the remaining butter sauce to keep them moist and add extra richness.
  9. Rest and Serve. Remove the cod from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute for a tender result.

Notes

  • Patting the fish dry is crucial to achieving a nice texture and preventing watery sauce.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best bright citrus flavor.
  • If desired, garnish with chopped fresh parsley or lemon slices before serving for an aesthetic touch.
  • This recipe pairs well with steamed vegetables, rice, or a light salad.
  • Do not overbake; overcooked cod can become dry and lose its delicate texture.

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