Baked Cod With Creamy Garlic Sauce & Lemon
Baked Cod With Creamy Garlic Sauce & Lemon is a mouthwatering dish that combines the delicate texture of cod with a rich, velvety sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to elegant gatherings. The bright notes of lemon enhance the flavors, while the creamy garlic sauce adds an irresistible depth that makes this dish truly special. Enjoy it served alongside your favorite sides for a wholesome meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cod fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges for garnish
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Drizzle olive oil over cod fillets and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the seasoned fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until flaky.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook until smooth.
- Serve the cod topped with creamy sauce and garnish with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg