Lemon Baked Cod
Prep
10 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This lemon baked cod is my go to weeknight dinner when I need something fast and satisfying. The whole thing comes together in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy nights when I don't have much time to spend in the kitchen. Cod is incredibly affordable and mild flavored, so it's a great base for bright, zesty lemon. Plus, cod is loaded with lean protein and omega 3 fatty acids, which are wonderful for your heart health. The preparation is straightforward and forgiving, even if you're not the most experienced cook. You simply coat the fish, pop it in the oven, and dinner is practically done.
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Ingredients
- ½ kgcod fish fillet
- 237 mlbutter or 1/4 cup margarine(melted)
- 2 tablespoonslemon juice
- 237 mlall-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- 1 teaspoonwhite pepper
- 1paprika
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Instructions
- 1
If fish fillets are large, cut into serving pieces.
- 2
Mix butter and lemon juice.
- 3
In another bowl, mix flour, salt and white pepper.
- 4
Dip fish into butter mixture; coat fish with flour mixture.
- 5
Place fish in ungreased square baking dish, 8x8x2 inches.
- 6
Pour remaining butter mixture over fish; sprinkle with paprika.
- 7
Cook uncovered in 350 degree oven until fish flakes easily with fork, 25-30 minutes. Garnish with parsley sprigs and lemon slices if desired.
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