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Baked Honey Marinated Cod

Baked Honey Marinated Cod: Sweet and Savory Delight at Home

Baked Honey Marinated Cod is a delightful dish where sweet and savory collide, perfect for a gourmet touch at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Honey Microwave briefly to loosen if needed.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use low-sodium for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic recommended, but garlic powder can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika for extra flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste, particularly if using soy sauce.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper Black or white pepper works; adjust to preference.
For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod Fillets Fresh is best; substitute with thawed frozen cod if necessary.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Can replace with lime juice for a different flavor profile.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley Optional, can omit if desired.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • ceramic baking dish
  • Oven
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Place your fresh cod fillets in a ceramic baking dish, pour the marinade over them, and let it sit for 15 minutes.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes, checking for doneness at around 12 minutes until the cod flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Remove from oven and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets, sprinkle parsley if using, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 27gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Adjust the marinade for taste and avoid marinating the cod for longer than 15 minutes to maintain its texture.

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