Ingredients
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- 4 cod fillets
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the lemon juice.
- Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper and place them in a baking dish.
- Pour the lemon butter sauce over the cod.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the fish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the breadcrumbs are golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a crisp salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg