Ingredients
Fish
- 4 medium cod fillets (about 5 ounces each)
Sauce
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 medium lemons (juice and zest)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon capers, drained
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Lightly grease a 9×13″ baking dish and set it aside to get ready for the cod fillets.
- Make Lemon Butter Sauce: In a small bowl, melt the butter in the microwave in 15-second increments until fully liquid (about 1 minute). Whisk in the minced garlic, juice and zest of the lemons, Italian seasoning, capers, and chopped fresh parsley to create a flavorful sauce.
- Prepare the Cod: Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel to help the sauce adhere. Place each fillet in the greased baking dish, spacing them evenly with room between each piece.
- Coat the Fish: Pour the lemon butter sauce evenly over the cod fillets. Use a spoon to ensure each fillet is thoroughly coated with the sauce, distributing garlic and capers evenly.
- Bake the Cod: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cod is cooked through, opaque, and flakes easily with a fork. To ensure doneness, the internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
Notes
- You can set a timer during each cooking step by clicking the time mentioned in the instructions for ease.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days or freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2-3 months.
- Patting fish dry before baking helps the lemon garlic butter sauce stick better.
- Remove any pin bones from fillets if cutting the fish yourself.
- This recipe can be adapted using other white fish varieties; just adjust the cooking time as needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
