Lemon Garlic Butter Cod: Your 25-Minute Seafood Delight

This Lemon Garlic Butter Cod recipe is a delightful escape, transforming a simple dinner into an unforgettable experience—all in just 25 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Seafood

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cod

4 fillets Cod Ensure they're fresh or fully thawed if frozen.
3 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh juice is preferred.
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest

For the Sauce

4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive oil.
3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended.
1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for a hint of spice.

For Garnish

2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Can substitute with fresh dill.

Equipment

oven
medium saucepan
baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Sauté the minced garlic in the melted butter for about 1 minute.
Stir in the lemon juice and zest into the garlic butter mixture and let it bubble gently.
Arrange the cod fillets in a baking dish and pour the sauce over them.
Bake the cod for 12-15 minutes or until it flakes easily with a fork.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 650mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best texture, consume within two days if stored in the fridge, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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