Baked Cod with Lemon Dill Sauce
Looking for a restaurant-quality seafood dinner that's surprisingly easy to make at home? This Baked Cod with Lemon Dill Sauce is exactly what you need. I've perfected this recipe to bring out the delicate flavors of fresh cod while keeping the preparation simple and foolproof. The bright, citrusy sauce perfectly complements the flaky fish, creating a healthy, delicious meal that's impressive enough for company but easy enough for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets 6 oz each
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1 lemon thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels - this ensures better browning and helps the seasonings stick.
- Brush both sides of the fillets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the cod on the prepared baking sheet and top each fillet with 1-2 lemon slices.
- In a small bowl, combine all sauce ingredients and whisk until well combined.
- Pour half of the sauce over the fish, reserving the rest for serving.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Drizzle the remaining sauce over the fish just before serving.