Lemon Butter Baked Cod

🍽️ Treat yourself to the delicate flavors of our Lemon Butter Baked Cod! Tender cod fillets are coated in a zesty lemon butter mixture, then baked to perfection for a light and flavorful seafood dinner that’s both delicious and easy to prepare.

Ingredients:

2 lb cod fillet (any white fish)
1/4 cup butter or margarine
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Dashes of paprika
Salt & pepper to taste

Directions:

1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2️⃣ Cut the cod fillets into serving sizes.

3️⃣ Melt the butter in a saucepan or microwave. Stir in the lemon juice.

4️⃣ In a separate dish, mix together the flour, salt, and pepper.

5️⃣ Dip each fish fillet into the butter and lemon mixture, ensuring it’s well-coated on all sides.

6️⃣ Then, coat the buttered fish in the flour mixture on all sides.

7️⃣ Arrange the coated fillets in an ungreased baking dish.

8️⃣ Drizzle the remaining butter mixture over the fillets and sprinkle paprika across the dish.

9️⃣ Bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

🔟 Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges before serving.

Enjoy this delightful Lemon Butter Baked Cod with your favorite side dishes for a light and nutritious dinner!

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes | Total Time: 40-45

Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories: 320 | Servings: