Baked Cod or Halibut with Lemon Butter and Capers
From the Oceanside kitchen Β· Recipe collection
Lemon, garlic and capers brighten mild cod or halibut in this easy baked fish recipe. Use thawed portions or allow additional time when baking from frozen.
Baked Cod or Halibut with Lemon Butter and Capers
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- About 15 min
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Β½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 Tablespoons capers, drained
- 4 cod loins or halibut fillets
- Β½ teaspoons paprika
Step-by-step instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425Β°F. Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Melt the butter and whisk with lemon juice, garlic, salt and red pepper flakes. Stir in the drained capers.
- Arrange the cod or halibut in the dish. Spoon the lemon butter over each portion and sprinkle with paprika.
- Bake uncovered for about 15 minutes for thawed fish or about 25 minutes from frozen, checking as needed. Cook to 145Β°F in the thickest part; frozen portions or unusually thick pieces may take longer.
What to serve alongside
Roasted vegetables and rice.
Helpful questions
How do I keep the seafood tender?
Start with similarly sized portions and check the thickest part with a thermometer rather than relying on the timer alone.
Can I use frozen seafood?
Yes, when it is suitable for this recipe. Thaw it in the refrigerator after removing vacuum packaging, then pat dry before cooking. Follow the recipe or product label if it specifically calls for cooking from frozen.
