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Garlic Butter Baked Cod

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A simple yet gourmet dish featuring fresh cod enhanced with rich garlic butter and aromatic herbs.


Ingredients

  • 2 (6-ounce) cod fillets
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat and add the minced garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Season the cod fillets with lemon juice, salt, and pepper in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Drizzle the garlic butter over the cod fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

You can add more garlic for a stronger flavor or use freshly chopped herbs for garnish.