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Baked Honey Marinade Cod Recipe

Baked Honey Marinade Cod Recipe
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This Baked Honey Marinated Cod recipe combines tender cod fillets with a sweet and savory honey garlic marinade, baked to perfection for a moist and flaky finish. It’s a simple yet flavorful dish, perfect for a healthy dinner option that pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or quinoa.

Ingredients

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For the Marinade

  • 3 tablespoons liquid honey
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (or regular olive oil or avocado oil)
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced (or 1/2 teaspoon jarred minced garlic)

For the Cod

  • 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces each), patted dry
  • Salt, to taste (light sprinkling)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Warm your oven to 400°F (200°C). This temperature ensures the cod will bake evenly and develop a perfect flaky texture.
  2. Prepare the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, low-sodium soy sauce, olive oil, and minced garlic until a glistening sauce forms.
  3. Season the Cod: Lightly sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides of each cod fillet. Remember to keep salt minimal because soy sauce adds saltiness too.
  4. Marinate the Cod: Place the cod fillets in a shallow baking dish, then pour the honey garlic marinade evenly over them. Use a spoon to coat each fillet thoroughly but do not let it sit for more than 15-20 minutes.
  5. Bake the Cod: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Check for doneness by seeing if the fish is opaque and flaky when tested with a fork.
  6. Check and Remove: When the cod flakes easily and is opaque throughout, remove from the oven. Avoid overbaking to maintain moisture and texture.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately with your choice of sides like steamed veggies or quinoa for a balanced meal.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic for the best flavor, but jarred minced garlic can be a substitute in a pinch.
  • Patting the cod dry before applying the marinade helps the glaze stick better and improves texture.
  • Do not over-marinate the cod to prevent it from becoming too salty or starting to cook prematurely.
  • If the marinade browns too quickly while baking, loosely tent the dish with foil.
  • Leftover cod can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge up to two days.
  • Reheat gently in an oven set to 300°F (150°C) for 5-10 minutes or use a skillet on low heat to preserve moisture.
  • This marinade also works well with salmon, tilapia, or shrimp; adjust cooking times accordingly.

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Keywords: baked cod recipe, honey marinade, garlic cod, healthy fish dinner, easy baked fish, low fat seafood

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