Moist Oven Baked Cod
Juicy oven-baked cod seasoned simply with lemon, olive oil, salt, and a touch of cayenne.
Equipment
- Baking tray
- Paper Towels
- Small Bowl
- Measuring Spoons
- Knife
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 lb cod fillets or cod loins (about 500 g), rinsed and patted dry
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 3 dashes cayenne pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil or extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).
- Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and place them in a single layer on a baking tray.
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- Drizzle the oil and lemon mixture evenly over the cod, rubbing gently to coat both sides.
- Bake the cod for 10–12 minutes, depending on thickness, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Thaw frozen fillets completely and pat dry before baking.
- Skin-on cod may be used if preferred.
- Use a glass baking tray for more even heat retention.
- Optionally cover the tray with foil before baking.
- Rubbing both sides with oil helps prevent dryness; let sit 5 minutes if desired.
- To add Mediterranean flavor, optionally add garlic, olives, cherry tomatoes, or capers.