Name: Simple Baked Cod
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: Other
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh cod fillets; 1 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper; 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 lemon

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Simple Baked Cod

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Ingredients

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Simple Baked Cod

1 lb fresh cod fillets(3-4 fillets per pound)

1 tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 lemon(large, cut in half, for serving)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Season the cod fillets on both sides with the salt and pepper and arrange on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle evenly with the olive oil.

Bake the cod on middle rack of oven until the fish flakes easily with a fork, 10-20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets.

Check to see that cod is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Transfer the fillets to a serving platter or individual plates. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets, and serve immediately.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Pat Dry for Perfect Texture 💧
Pat cod fillets completely dry with paper towels before baking to remove surface moisture, allowing the exterior to develop a delicate, slightly golden finish rather than steaming.
Oil Temperature Matters 🫒
Warm your extra-virgin olive oil in the baking pan for 2-3 minutes before adding cod so it creates a flavorful base and prevents sticking without requiring added cooking fats.
Precise Doneness Indicator 🎯
Cod is perfectly cooked when it reaches 145°F internally or when the flesh flakes easily with a fork at the thickest point—don't rely on time alone as fillet thickness varies significantly.
Lemon Juice Timing 🍋
Reserve fresh lemon juice to drizzle over the cod immediately after removing from the oven rather than before baking, preventing the acid from breaking down delicate proteins prematurely.
Salt Distribution Strategy 🧂
Season cod generously with salt and black pepper just 10-15 minutes before baking, allowing seasoning to adhere while being short enough to prevent moisture loss from the delicate flesh.