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Baked Garlic Butter Cod with Lemon Zest

Elina James
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  • Arrange cod fillets in a single layer.
  • In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  • Pour garlic butter mixture evenly over the cod.
  • Bake uncovered for 15–18 minutes, until fish flakes easily with a fork.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.