Baked Cajun Garlic Butter Cod
A simple, flavorful baked cod rubbed with Cajun garlic butter for a quick weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish
- Small Bowl
- Whisk or fork
- Pastry brush or spoon
- Oven
Ingredients
- 3 cod fillets, cut in half
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish.
- Place the 3 cod fillets (cut in half) in a single layer in the prepared baking dish and season both sides with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning until combined.
- Brush or spoon the butter mixture evenly over the top of the cod fillets.
- Bake uncovered for about 15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately; garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh or thawed cod for best texture.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to control spice level.
- Ensure fillets are in a single layer for even cooking.
- Let melted butter cool slightly before mixing if very hot.