Baked Cod
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Baked Cod

This is a very simple method for baking cod, with an ingredient list both short and mighty. Minced herbs, garlic and scallions give the mild, flaky fish lots of flavor -— but you can feel free to substitute whatever fresh or dried herbs you happen to have on hand, since cod takes well to a range of herbs and flavors. As the fish bakes, the lemon juice mixes with the olive oil and seasonings, resulting in a bright and savory sauce. Spoon it over the hot fish and serve directly from the baking dish, with roasted potatoes and a green salad on the side.

4 servings

~30 min

Ingredients

  • Cod, skinless×4
  • Saltto taste
  • Black Pepperto taste
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil3 tbsp
  • Parsley, minced1 tbsp
  • Green Onions, minced1 tbsp
  • Garlic, minced1 clove
  • Lemon×1

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven

    Heat the oven to 400 degrees.

  2. Prepare the Cod

    Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel and place them in a baking dish large enough to hold them without crowding. Season all over with salt and a few grinds of pepper.

  3. Mix the Herb Mixture

    In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, parsley, scallions and garlic. Zest the lemon over the bowl (1 to 2 teaspoons) and mix well with a fork.

  4. Coat the Fillets

    Brush the herb mixture all over the fillets, turning to coat on both sides. Squeeze half the zested lemon over the dish, then cut the remaining lemon half into wedges.

  5. Bake the Cod

    Bake until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, 14 to 18 minutes, depending on the size and thickness of the fillets. Spoon the juices over the fish and serve hot, with the lemon wedges alongside.

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