Herb-Crusted Baked Cod with Lemon Butter Sauce
Cuisine: Other
Categories: Seafood
Recipe Source: TotallyChefs Recipe Ai
This herb-crusted baked cod dish is a flavorful and light option for a quick and delicious dinner. The crispy herb topping complements the delicate cod perfectly, while the zesty lemon butter sauce adds a touch of brightness to each bite. It's a simple yet elegant dish that is sure to impress!
Difficulty: MEDIUM
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Serving Size: Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 4 cod fillets
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, parsley, dill, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Place the cod fillets in the baking dish and pat the herb mixture on top of each fillet.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the fillets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- In a small saucepan, combine lemon juice and butter. Heat until butter is melted.
- Serve the baked cod drizzled with lemon butter sauce and garnish with additional fresh herbs.