Mustard Free Herb-Baked Cod
Flaky white cod gets a bright, aromatic makeover here, coated in a fragrant blend of fresh parsley, thyme, and chives before being baked until perfectly tender. The garlic-infused oil carries all those herby flavors deep into the fish, while lemon juice and zest keep every bite tasting clean and vibrant. For anyone navigating condiment-heavy seafood recipes, this one is a genuine relief — no hidden sauces, no store-bought marinades, just honest ingredients you can see and trust. Mustard has a sneaky way of showing up in spice blends, bottled dressings, and even some seasoning mixes, so building the flavor from scratch here is both smart and satisfying. A quick 12–15 minutes in a hot oven is all it takes to bring the cod to that ideal flaky, opaque finish. Serve it straight from the dish with a squeeze of lemon and you have a weeknight dinner that feels far more impressive than the effort involved.
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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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