Description
This Baked Garlic Butter Cajun Cod is a quick and flavorful seafood dish featuring tender cod fillets coated in a zesty garlic butter and Cajun spice blend. Perfectly baked until flaky and juicy, it’s an easy meal that delivers bold Southern-inspired flavors in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish
- 4 cod fillets
Garlic Butter Cajun Sauce
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent the cod from sticking during baking.
- Prepare the garlic butter Cajun sauce: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to create a flavorful basting sauce.
- Coat the cod fillets: Place the cod fillets onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush each fillet generously with the prepared garlic butter Cajun sauce, ensuring even coverage for maximum flavor.
- Bake the cod: Bake the coated cod fillets in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The baking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the fillets.
- Garnish and serve: Once baked, optionally sprinkle the cod with fresh chopped parsley for a touch of color and freshness. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side to squeeze over the fish for an added burst of citrus flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh cod fillets for best texture and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to control the spice level.
- If you don’t have smoked paprika, regular paprika can be used as a substitute.
- Brush the cod generously with butter mixture for a moist and flavorful crust.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or rice to make a complete meal.
