Baked Cod Recipe: A Step-by-Step Guide
Ingredients
- Fresh or thawed cod fillets
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil or melted butter
- Lemon slices (optional)
- Fresh herbs like parsley or dill for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Ensure your cod fillets are of even thickness to promote even cooking. Pat them dry with paper towels.
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF (180ºC). Line a baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Season the cod fillets on both sides with salt and black pepper to taste. You can also add other seasonings of your choice.
- Drizzle a bit of olive oil or melted butter over the fillets. This will help to keep them moist during baking.
- Place the fillets in the prepared baking dish in a single layer. If the fillets have any thin edges, tuck them under to prevent them from cooking too quickly.
- If desired, place lemon slices on top of the fillets for added flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the cod flakes easily with a fork. The exact cooking time will depend on the thickness of the fillets.
- Once cooked, remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or dill if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your perfectly baked cod!
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For more amazing recipes and cooking tips, check out wikiHow’s guide on baking cod, Better Homes & Gardens’ guide on how to bake fish, and Food Network’s guide on baking chicken for additional techniques and inspiration.
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