Description
Baked Honey-Marinated Cod is a delightful dish that pairs tender, flaky cod with a luscious honey glaze, creating a sweet and savory flavor explosion. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms simple ingredients into an elegant meal perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions. The inviting aroma will have your family and friends asking for seconds. Serve it with your favorite sides to complete this gourmet experience at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh cod fillets
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and lemon juice to create the marinade.
- Place cod fillets in a shallow dish, pour marinade over them, and let marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove cod from the marinade and place on the baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork.
- While baking, bring remaining marinade to a boil in a saucepan and drizzle over cooked cod before serving.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg