Ingredients:
– 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
– 4 tablespoons butter, melted
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon lemon zest
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
– Salt, to taste
– Pepper, to taste
– 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
– Lemon wedges, for serving
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Arrange the cod fillets in the prepared baking dish.
3. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped parsley. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika if using.
4. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the cod fillets, ensuring they are well coated.
5. Bake the cod in the oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Once cooked, garnish with extra parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Enjoy your deliciously tender and flavorful garlic butter baked cod! 🍋✨
