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Baked Old Bay Garlic Butter Cod in a dish, flaked

Proven way to grow Baked Old Bay Garlic Butter Cod

This recipe provides a proven method for baking cod with a flavorful Old Bay, garlic, and butter sauce. It's a simple yet delicious way to prepare fish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cod fillets
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 0.5 lemon sliced
Optional Garnish
  • 1 lemon wedges

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • small microwave-safe bowl
  • paper towels

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels to ensure even cooking and better seasoning adherence.
Making the Garlic Butter Sauce
  1. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, Old Bay seasoning, and chopped fresh parsley until well combined.
Baking the Cod
  1. Place the dried cod fillets in the prepared baking dish and pour the garlic butter sauce evenly over each fillet.
  2. Arrange the lemon slices over the cod fillets, if desired, as they add a fresh aroma and subtle citrus flavor.
  3. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cod is flaky and cooked through; cooking time may vary based on fillet thickness.
Serving
  1. Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

Notes

Ensure not to overcook the cod, as it can become dry. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C). A meat thermometer can be helpful for accuracy.