Broiled Cod Recipe

This broiled cod is perfectly crispy and flaky on the outside, tender and moist within, and on the table in less than 10 minutes – perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner! Cooking cod under your oven’s broiler is quick, easy, and one of the most scrumptious ways to cook this delicious fish.

This broiled cod is tender, juicy, flaky, with a beautiful gold-brown exterior. It comes together in just 10 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights.

This recipe is keto, low-carb, and gluten-free. It makes 2-3 servings.

Prep Time3

Cook Time7

Total Time10

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Broiled Cod

Servings: to 3 people

Author: Chris

Equipment

Ingredients

1 pound cod filets
salt and pepper (to taste, I used 1/2 teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper)
2 teaspoons garlic powder or onion powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
optional herbs you can use fresh cilantro or parsley

Instructions

Preheat the broiler* and adjust the oven rack so that the cod will be about 4-6 inches from the boiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and set aside.
Pat the cod with paper towels and place it on the baking sheet with the skin side facing down.
In a small mixing bowl, combine salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Brush the cod with melted butter and season with the seasoning mix.
Place the cod on the properly positioned rack. Broil for about 5-7 minutes or until the internal temperature of the cod reaches 145°F.
Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with your favorite herbs. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

*The broiled temperature is usually between 500 to 550°F. If your oven lets you set a broiler temperature, you can set it to 550F. If your oven doesn’t have a broiler temp setting option, simply select broil.
To store: Place the broiled filet in an airtight container for 2-3 days in the refrigerator.
To reheat: Gently warm up the leftover in a skillet on the stovetop over medium-low heat until cooked through.

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