Description
This Lemon Butter Baked Cod recipe features tender white fish fillets baked to perfection in a zesty lemon butter sauce. Lightly coated with seasoned flour and finished with a sprinkle of paprika, it’s an easy and flavorful meal perfect for dinner any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish
- 2 lb cod fillet (or any white fish), cut into serving sizes
Sauce and Coating
- 1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Dash of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Fish and Sauce: Cut the cod fillets into serving-sized pieces. In a small bowl, melt the butter and stir in the lemon juice to create the lemon butter sauce.
- Coat the Fish: Dip each piece of cod first into the lemon butter mixture to coat thoroughly, then dredge it in the seasoned flour mixture (flour combined with salt and pepper) ensuring even coverage.
- Arrange and Season: Place the coated cod pieces in a baking dish in a single layer. Drizzle the remaining lemon butter sauce over the fish and sprinkle with a dash of paprika for color and mild flavor.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the fish for approximately 15-20 minutes, or until the cod is golden brown on top and flakes easily with a fork.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Any firm white fish such as haddock or halibut can be substituted for cod.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a light salad for a balanced meal.
- Ensure the fish is not overcrowded in the baking dish to promote even cooking.
- Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
