Lemon Caper Baked Cod is a practical, flavorful seafood recipe made with familiar ingredients and simple steps.
Prep 10 min • Bake 15 min • Serves 4
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Bakes cod gently and evenly so the fillets stay moist and flaky.
Squeezes fresh lemon for the bright butter-caper topping.
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Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp capers
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tbsp parsley
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400°F and place cod in a baking dish.
- Mix butter, lemon juice, capers, garlic, and paprika.
- Spoon mixture over cod and season.
- Bake 12 to 15 minutes until opaque and flaky.
- Finish with parsley and lemon slices.
Tips for the best results
Dry the fillets before seasoning so the topping clings well.
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Lifts delicate baked fillets out of the dish in one piece.
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