Description
Savor Mediterranean Fish, a culinary journey blending ocean-fresh flavors with zesty herbs and spices. Delicate fish fillets dance with aromatic ingredients, promising a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 g) cod fillet
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) butter, melted
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- Kosher salt
- Fresh cracked pepper
Garnish and Flavor Enhancers:
- Zest of 1 lemon + lemon slices
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) capers
- Fresh lemon wedges
- Fresh chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F, preparing a spacious baking dish for the cod.
- Blend olive oil and butter in a small container, gently drizzling the mixture over the fish to ensure even coating.
- Generously sprinkle coriander, paprika, kosher salt, and fresh cracked pepper across the cod’s surface, creating a robust flavor profile.
- Artfully layer thin lemon slices, minced garlic, and briny capers atop the seasoned fish, enhancing its Mediterranean essence.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven, allowing the cod to bake for 15-20 minutes until it becomes delicately flaky and easily separates with a fork.
- Remove from oven and finish by squeezing fresh lemon juice over the fish and scattering vibrant chopped cilantro as a final flourish.
Notes
- Swap cod for any white, flaky fish like halibut or tilapia for versatile meal options.
- Reduce baking time by 2-3 minutes for delicate, moist fish to prevent overcooking and dryness.
- Use fresh herbs like parsley or dill as cilantro alternatives for different flavor profiles.
- Opt for dairy-free butter substitute or olive oil for lactose-intolerant or vegan dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 335 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg