Citric Acid Free Herb-Baked Cod
Flaky, fragrant, and genuinely satisfying, this baked cod is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels far more impressive than the effort involved. Garlic-infused oil carries the flavor deep into each fillet, while fresh parsley, thyme, and chives bring a bright, herby lift that makes the whole dish sing. A touch of lemon juice and zest adds just enough citrus brightness without relying on any processed acids or additives — which is exactly what makes this recipe a reliable choice when you need to keep things clean and simple. Many store-bought marinades and seasoning blends sneak in citric acid as a preservative, so building the herb coating from scratch here puts you fully in control of every ingredient. The method is straightforward: whisk, coat, and bake at 400°F until the fish is perfectly opaque and flakes at the press of a fork. Serving it straight from the oven with optional lemon wedges on the side means everyone can adjust to their own taste. It's the kind of recipe you'll come back to again and again because it's both trustworthy and genuinely delicious.
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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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