Description
Succulent lemon garlic baked cod delivers Mediterranean coastal flavors with minimal kitchen effort. Fresh fish fillets emerge perfectly seasoned, promising a delightful dinner that connects seafood lovers with simple, elegant coastal cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) cod fillet pieces (4–6 pieces)
- 0.25 cups (60 milliliters) fresh parsley leaves, chopped
Lemon Sauce and Seasonings:
- 5 tablespoons (75 milliliters) lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 5 tablespoons (75 milliliters) extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) butter, melted
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.75 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Coating Mix:
- 0.33 cups (40 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.75 teaspoons sweet Spanish paprika
- 0.75 teaspoons ground cumin
Instructions
- Prepare the culinary workspace by heating the oven to a precise 400°F (200°C), creating an ideal environment for baking delicate cod fillets.
- Craft a vibrant marinade by whisking together tangy lemon juice, fragrant extra virgin olive oil, and silky melted butter in a shallow mixing vessel.
- Develop a complex seasoning blend by combining flour with ground coriander, paprika, cumin, salt, and freshly cracked pepper, creating a aromatic coating that will transform the fish.
- Carefully pat the cod fillets until completely dry, then immerse each piece into the zesty lemon mixture, ensuring complete coverage before delicately dusting with the spiced flour mixture.
- Activate a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat, strategically searing the fish for approximately two minutes per side to achieve a golden, crisp exterior that locks in moisture.
- Elevate the dish’s flavor profile by infusing the remaining lemon sauce with finely minced garlic, then generously drizzling this aromatic liquid over the perfectly seared fish fillets.
- Transfer the prepared fish to a baking sheet, allowing the oven’s consistent heat to gently cook the cod until it reaches a delicate, flaky consistency – typically requiring about 10 minutes of careful baking.
- Present the dish with a flourish of freshly chopped parsley, creating a visually appealing and herbaceous finish that complements the fish’s delicate flavor profile.
Notes
- Baking creates a foolproof method for achieving perfectly tender cod without drying out the delicate fish.
- Searing before baking locks in the incredible flavor and creates a beautifully crispy exterior that elevates the entire dish.
- Coating the fish with seasoned flour and lemon sauce ensures maximum flavor absorption and a delightful golden-brown crust that will impress anyone at the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg