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Freshly baked cod with lemon butter sauce drizzled over it.

Baked Cod with Lemon Butter

This recipe provides a proven method to achieve tender, flaky baked cod in a rich lemon butter sauce, all ready in under 30 minutes. It's a simple yet elegant dish perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 _ cod fillets
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.125 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Small microwave-safe bowl
  • Microwave
  • Whisk or spoon

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 to ensure a good sear and even cooking.
Lemon Butter Sauce
  1. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter.
  2. Stir in the fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Baking the Cod
  1. Place the dried cod fillets in the prepared baking dish and pour the lemon butter sauce evenly over them.
  2. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Finishing
  1. Garnish the baked cod with fresh chopped parsley before serving hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the lemon butter sauce for a subtle kick. Ensure you don't overcook the cod, as it can become dry; aim for a flaky but still moist texture.