Nitrate & Nitrite Free Basil & Oregano Herb-Crusted Cod
Total time27 min
Prep time15 min
Cook time12 min
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4 servings
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on or skinless
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
For the herb mixture
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh oregano leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest
For serving
- 1–2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the cod fillets thoroughly dry with paper towels, then season both sides evenly with the sea salt and black pepper.
- 2
In a small bowl, stir together the minced garlic, chopped basil, chopped oregano, chopped parsley, lemon zest, and 1 tbsp of the olive oil until combined into a coarse paste.
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