Get the Recipe: Baked Cod Recipe
This baked cod recipe is quick, easy, healthy and so flavorful! The fish is tender, juicy, moist and flaky. This quick and easy oven baked recipe is great for any occasion. Simple enough for busy weeknights but gourmet enough for special occasions!
Ingredients
- 1 cod fillet, about ⅓ pounds
- pinch sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp melted butter, or ghee
- sliced lemon
- fresh parsley, optional garnish
Instructions
- First, preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Pat cod fillet dry. Season on both sides with salt, pepper and minced garlic.
- Pour melted butter all over cod.
- Place cod in a baking pan. Top with sliced lemon.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes depending on the thickness. To test doneness, insert fork into fish. Twist. If the fish easily flakes, it is done.
- Finally, remove from oven. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh cod or fully thawed cod.
- Mine was about ⅓ pounds in size. If yours is larger, it may need slightly longer cooking time.
- Feel free to double or triple this recipe as needed.
- For a little more spice, add some cayenne powder or paprika to the fish before baking.
- Fish is done when it easily flakes.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Calories: 256kcal, Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 161g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.2g, Cholesterol: 402mg, Sodium: 532mg, Potassium: 3737mg, Fiber: 0.2g, Sugar: 0.03g, Vitamin A: 538IU, Vitamin C: 10mg, Calcium: 153mg, Iron: 4mg