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Baked Cod with Lemon Butter
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets (6 ounces each)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Place the cod fillets in the prepared baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup melted butter, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Pour the lemon butter mixture over the cod fillets, making sure to coat them evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve the baked cod with lemon butter hot, and enjoy!
Baked Cod with Lemon Butter is a classic seafood dish that has been enjoyed for generations. This dish has its roots in coastal regions where fresh cod is abundant, such as in New England and the Mediterranean. The delicate flavor of cod is enhanced by the tangy and rich lemon butter sauce, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Renowned chefs like Gordon Ramsay and Ina Garten have popularized their own versions of this dish, adding their unique twists to the recipe. The key to a perfect Baked Cod with Lemon Butter lies in using high-quality, fresh cod and balancing the flavors of the lemon butter sauce. Today, some of the best renditions of this dish can be found in upscale seafood restaurants along the coast, where chefs take pride in sourcing the freshest ingredients and perfecting the art of seafood preparation. Whether it's a family recipe passed down through generations or a modern interpretation from a top chef, Baked Cod with Lemon Butter continues to be a beloved dish that showcases the simple yet exquisite flavors of the sea.
30 min
4
250 calories
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