Caffeine Free Herb-Baked Cod
Flaky, fragrant, and ready in under 20 minutes, this baked cod is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels far more impressive than the effort involved. Garlic-infused oil, fresh thyme, parsley, and chives coat each fillet in a bright, herby crust that perfumes the whole kitchen as it bakes. A hit of lemon juice and zest keeps everything tasting clean and vibrant, while paprika adds just a whisper of warmth and color. Because every ingredient here is naturally free of stimulants, there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it just works as written. The key to getting that perfectly tender, flaky texture is patting the fillets dry before adding the herb oil, which helps the coating cling and the fish cook evenly. Serve it straight from the oven with a squeeze of fresh lemon and you've got a genuinely satisfying plate that feels light without being boring.
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4 servings
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each), skin removed
- 3 tbsp garlic-infused oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with a small amount of the garlic-infused oil.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining garlic-infused oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, thyme, chives, paprika, salt, and black pepper until combined.
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