Garlic Butter Cod
A light yet flavorful dish featuring tender cod fillets bathed in a rich garlic butter sauce, brightened with lemon, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 fillets cod fillets You can substitute with other white fish like haddock or tilapia.
- 4 tablespoons butter Unsalted butter is recommended for better salt control.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic preferred, but pre-minced or garlic powder can be used.
- 1 unit lemon, juiced For extra flavor, consider adding lemon zest.
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper.
- Place cod fillets in the skillet, and spoon garlic butter over them.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the fish.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
For a spicy version, add red pepper flakes to the garlic butter. Leftover cod can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the refrigerator or frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mg
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