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A fast, flavorful, and family-friendly baked cod recipe featuring a sweet honey glaze with garlic and paprika, ready in just 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 cod fillets
  • 1/4 cup honey (substitute with maple syrup or agave nectar)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or any neutral oil)
  • 3 cloves minced garlic (substitute with 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (can use smoked paprika)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (sea salt or kosher salt)
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. If using frozen cod, thaw overnight in the refrigerator and pat dry.
  2. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until blended.
  4. Pat the cod fillets dry and place them in a shallow baking dish.
  5. Pour the marinade over the fillets, coating them evenly.
  6. Marinate the fish at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  7. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  8. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the baked cod before serving.

Notes

Do not overcook the cod; it should flake lightly and remain juicy., For an extra kick, add red pepper flakes to the marinade., Marinate fish for at least 10 minutes to absorb flavors., Serving suggestions include garlicky quinoa, fresh arugula salad, roasted asparagus, creamy mashed potatoes, cilantro-lime rice, spicy coleslaw, and a glass of chilled Chardonnay., Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 2 days, reheat at 300°F covered with foil to retain moisture., Freeze leftovers wrapped tightly for up to 1 month, thaw overnight before reheating., Marinade can be prepared and stored refrigerated for up to 3 days., Swap lemon juice for orange juice for a citrus twist, or add herbs like dill or thyme for an herbal flavor., For vegan alternative, replace cod with thick eggplant or tofu slices and use maple syrup instead of honey.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes (marinating)
  • Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cod fillet
  • Calories: Approximately 220 calories per serving
  • Fat: Approximately 7g per serving
  • Carbohydrates: Approximately 12g per serving
  • Protein: Approximately 25g per serving