12/30/2025
Baked Lemon Garlic Cod with Butter Sauce Ingredients 1½ lbs cod fillets salt, to taste black pepper, to taste 2 tbsp olive oil 4 tbsp fresh lemon juice 4 cloves garlic, minced ¼ cup butter, diced 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped lemon slices, for garnish Instructions Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or nonstick spray to prevent sticking. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper. Place them in the prepared baking dish. In a small saucepan, heat olive oil over medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and whisk in diced butter until melted and smooth. Pour the warm sauce evenly over the cod fillets. Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes, until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove from oven. Spoon extra sauce over top, garnish with parsley and lemon slices, and serve hot with rice or vegetables. Notes Use fresh cod if possible, and avoid overbaking to keep it moist and flaky. Add Dijon, white wine, or capers for flavor depth. For a dairy-free version, use olive oil instead of butter. Leftovers reheat best in the oven, not the microwave.
