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Freshly baked cod with lemon butter sauce drizzled over it.

Baked Cod with Lemon Butter

This recipe delivers tender, flaky baked cod in under 30 minutes, featuring a bright and savory lemon butter sauce that complements the fish beautifully.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cod fillets
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season them with salt and pepper.
Lemon Butter Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped fresh parsley.
  2. Place the seasoned cod fillets in the prepared baking dish and pour the lemon butter sauce evenly over them.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  2. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra fresh parsley or lemon wedges.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the lemon butter sauce. The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your cod fillets. Always ensure the fish reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).