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Garlic Butter Roasted Cod

A quick and flavor-packed roasted cod recipe using fresh garlic and a buttery sauce, perfect for a comforting yet light dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 fillets Cod fillets (fresh or thawed, about 1 to 1.5 inches thick)
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter Use unsalted to control salt levels
  • 4 cloves Fresh garlic, minced Do not use jarred garlic for better flavor
  • 1 medium Lemon, zested and juiced Adds brightness to the dish
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • to taste Parsley or chives, chopped Optional garnish
Optional Add-ons
  • 1 pinch Chili flakes For added spice if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika For smokiness if desired
  • 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan For extra flavor if desired

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the oven to 400°F (or 425°F if your oven runs cool).
  2. Pat the cod dry and place in a lightly greased baking dish or on parchment.
  3. Melt the butter in a small pan or microwave-safe bowl, then stir in minced garlic, lemon zest, a squeeze of lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Optionally, add chili flakes.
Cooking
  1. Spoon the garlic butter over the fish and roast for about 10 to 14 minutes, depending on thickness.
  2. Check if the cod flakes easily with a fork; if so, it’s done.
  3. Sprinkle with parsley or chives and an additional squeeze of lemon right before serving.

Notes

Serve with extra garlic butter sauce on the side. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 2 days.