Description
Indulge in the succulent flavors of Lemon Butter Baked Cod tonight! This dish features tender cod fillets baked to perfection in a tangy lemon butter sauce, creating a light and flavorful meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb cod fillet
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Dash of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut the cod fillets into serving-sized pieces.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Stir in the lemon juice until well combined.
- In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each cod fillet into the butter mixture, then coat with the flour mixture.
- Place the coated fillets in a baking dish.
- Drizzle any remaining butter mixture over the fillets and sprinkle with paprika.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning to suit your taste preferences.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a side salad.
- Make sure to use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg