Baked Cod Recipe
This Baked Cod Recipe is a seafood delight! Fresh cod paired with garlic and cherry tomatoes for a healthy, flavorful meal.
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Cutting Board
- Knife
- Measuring Spoons
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 4 fillets Fresh cod fish firm, white
- 3 cloves Garlic sliced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Thyme leaves fresh
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 wedge Lemon for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Drizzle a tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil into the baking dish, spreading it around to coat the bottom.
- Place the fresh cod fillets in the baking dish. Season generously with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Distribute the sliced garlic evenly over the fillets.
- Scatter the cherry tomatoes around the cod. Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves over the entire dish.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove the dish from the oven. Serve the baked cod hot, garnished with a lemon wedge.
Notes
- Ensure cod fillets are thawed completely for even cooking.
- For a crispy top, place under the broiler for the last minute, watching closely.
- Add other vegetables like zucchini for a one-pan meal.