Baked Cod Recipe
Cod is my favorite fish, other than swai fish and tilapia recipes.
Oven baked cod is one of the best fish recipes and the end result is always juicy and moist.
As cod fillets have very mild flavor, you only need a few ingredients such as lemon to bake the fish.
This simple and healthy recipe is so easy and calls for 4 seasonings and takes only 5 minutes prep time.
It’s a great dinner idea for those busy weeknights!
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Ingredients for Cod Fish Recipes
- Fresh or frozen cod.
- Olive oil.
- Lemon juice.
- Cayenne pepper.
How to Bake Cod?
To bake cod fillets in an oven, first you need a baking tray. I like using a glass baking tray.
You can also line a piece of aluminum foil on a baking sheet and place the fish on top of it before baking.
The perfect temperature for baking cod fish is 400°F or 205°C.
How long to bake cod? The answer is 10 – 12 minutes and depends on the thickness of the cod.
DO NOT overcook the fish fillets or they will turn dry and rubbery.
Can I Use Frozen Cod Fillets?
Yes. Thaw the frozen cod fillet at room temperature before cooking.
Make sure you pat dry the fish fillets to remove excess water from the fish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is It Healthy?
This recipe is healthy as cod fish is very low in fat. It’s high in lean protein and loaded with vitamin B-12, B3 (Niacin) and B6.
It has a lot of health benefits such as promoting heart wellness and brain functions. It’s also low in mercury.
How Many Calories Per Serving?
This baked cod fish is only 283 calories per serving.
What to Serve with this Recipe?
Serve this dish with side dishes such as boiled potatoes. For a healthy meal and easy weeknight dinner, I recommend the following recipes.
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Baked Cod (The Best Recipe!)
Easy baked cod recipe with lemon, olive oil, salt and cayenne pepper. One of the best cod recipes baked in the oven. Moist, juicy with 5 mins prep time. So good!
Ingredients
- 1 lb. (0.4 kg) cod fillets, rinsed and pat dry
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 3 dashes cayenne pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (207°C).
- Arrange the cod fillets in baking tray. Drizzle the olive oil onto the fish, follow by lemon juice, salt and cayenne pepper.
- Bake the cod in the oven for 10 - 12 minutes, depends on the thickness of the cod. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Watch the cooking video on this page for step-by-step guide.
Nutrition Information
Yield
2Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 331Total Fat 12gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 9gCholesterol 125mgSodium 444mgCarbohydrates 1gFiber 0gSugar 0gProtein 52g
Den
Is it really okay to thaw fish at room temperature? I know you can’t safely do it with other meats.
(I’m a rookie cook)
Rasa Malaysia
Sure I never have any problems with it.
NIK WINTER
Den, you are right. That isn’t advised. Put it in cold water on a counter to defrost. That will speed up the process and also keep it cooler than room temp.
Dave W
In the article accompanying the recipe you say, “Thaw the frozen cod fillet at room temperature before cooking.” The packages of frozen cod I buy specifically say to not do this. I recommend you update your statement to read, “Thaw the frozen cot fillet according to package directions.”
Rasa Malaysia
Thanks for your information.
Heather
Giver her a break people! Asked and answered more than once. Great recipe! Thank you
Gloria
Cod is delicious. Very tasty. Easy to bake. Minimum prep time.
Rasa Malaysia
Thanks for trying my recipe.
Cynthia
It’s NOT necessary to thaw cod fillets before baking.
For many years, I’ve been baking them straight from the freezer. My recipe is almost identical to yours (glass pan, lemon juice, etc) except that I usually put a pat of butter on each fillet before putting the dish into the 400 degree oven for one hour. In addition, I always cover the dish tightly with foil which assures you of moist, flaky fish.
Rasa Malaysia
Cynthia, if you don’t thaw the cod, the texture will be compromised after baking, the fish will be “tougher.”
Cynthia Kolstad
That has not been my experience. It comes out of the oven tender and flaky every time.
Jacquie
How long do you bake it for, Cynthia?
Cynthia Kolstad
As I stated in my original post, ONE HOUR.
Amber
The only cod recipe I use
Rasa Malaysia
Yay!
Shirlene Austin
Awesome thanks
Cathy
I’m trying this recipe today… I pray that my husband likes or loves it!
I have Fibromyalgia so I need recipes that are quick and easy especially when California is having a Heatwave.
SHARON
Ms. Rase Malaysia I just like say the Bake Cod was a hit in my household my son said he love it and was a very quick meal and very delicious.
Barbara Madrigale
Thank you for this delicious recipe. In the past, my cod has turned out dry and the reason being that I overcooked. Tasty recipe, as well as quick and easy.
Rasa Malaysia
Awesome please try more recipes on my site: https://rasamalaysia.com/recipe-index-gallery/
Theresa Sawyer
My family loves fish. I’m disabled and supporting 3 households so this quick/ easy dish is a blessing!
Rasa Malaysia
That’s awesome!