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Baked Cod with Lemon and Oregano

This dish features white cod fillets seasoned with lemon juice, oregano, and olive oil, then baked until just cooked through. The final texture is tender and flaky, with lightly crisped edges and a fragrant lemon-oregano aroma covering the fish’s surface.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 fillets cod fillets fresh or thawed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin preferred
  • 1 lemon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the cod fillets on a clean plate and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
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  3. Brush the marinade evenly over both sides of each cod fillet using a basting brush or spoon, ensuring all surfaces are coated.
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  4. Arrange the seasoned fillets in a baking dish, skin-side down if applicable, and drizzle any remaining marinade over the top.
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  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Watch for the edges to turn a light golden color and the center to look moist and flaky.
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  6. Remove the baking dish from the oven, transfer the fish to plates, and optionally garnish with lemon wedges or fresh herbs before serving.
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