Baked cod in orange sauce is a delectable seafood dish that offers a delightful culinary experience. This succulent dish originated in the Mediterranean region and has since gained popularity worldwide due to its vibrant flavors, tender texture, and ease of preparation. The tender cod fillets are coated in a zesty orange sauce, creating a perfect balance between tangy citrus and savory richness. Whether you're hosting a special dinner party or simply seeking a flavorful addition to your weekly menu, this classic dish is guaranteed to impress your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
PERFECT TEN BAKED COD
Simple, fast, and delicious describes this baked cod recipe. Bake for two sets of 10 minutes each and you have the perfect ten dinner! This recipe was a favorite request from a local restaurant. They closed after years in business and we are happy to share a version of their most requested recipe. I serve this with rice pilaf and fresh spinach that has been lightly seared in olive oil and garlic. Yummy!
Provided by Pam
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place 2 tablespoons butter in a microwave-safe bowl; melt in microwave on high, about 30 seconds. Stir buttery round crackers into melted butter.
- Place remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a 7x11-inch baking dish. Melt in the preheated oven, 1 to 3 minutes. Remove dish from oven.
- Coat both sides of cod in melted butter in the baking dish.
- Bake cod in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from oven; top with lemon juice, wine, and cracker mixture. Place back in oven and bake until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, about 10 more minutes.
- Garnish baked cod with parsley and green onion. Serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 71.5 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 282.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
CITRUS COD
We enjoy fish frequently, and this baked version has a tempting mild orange flavor. It comes out of the oven flaky and moist, and it's just the thing to make for a delightful light meal. - Jacquelyn Dixon, LaPorte, IA
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Place fillets in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , In a skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute onion and garlic until tender. Spoon over fish. Mix orange zest and citrus juices; drizzle over fish. , Bake, uncovered, until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle with pepper and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HONEY-ORANGE GLAZED COD
Steps:
- Set an oven rack 5 to 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Coat a broiler pan with cooking spray and place fillets on top.
- Combine marmalade, honey, orange juice, Dijon mustard, sesame oil, soy sauce, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix well.
- Broil cod in the preheated oven for 4 to 5 minutes. Brush 1/2 of the honey-orange glaze on top and broil until fish flakes easily with a fork, 4 to 5 minutes more. Adjust timing depending on the thickness of the fillets.
- Brush the remaining glaze over the fillets. Garnish with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 41.5 mg, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 160.8 mg, Sugar 14 g
BAKED FISH WITH ORANGE SAUCE
The orange sauce really gives this fish a refreshing taste. An added touch could be slivered almonds.
Provided by MizzNezz
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400F degrees.
- Place fish in baking pan.
- Mix orange juice and butter.
- Pour half this mixture over the fish.
- Sprinkle the rind over.
- Bake for 10 minutes.
- Pour remaining orange mixture over.
- Bake another 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.5, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 175.2, Sodium 240.2, Carbohydrate 3.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 2.6, Protein 42
BAKED COD IN ORANGE SAUCE
Simple, fast, tasty and healthy. My kind of recipe. Any firm white fish fillet can be substituted in place of cod.
Provided by dale7793
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Arrange cod fillets in a shallow baking dish.
- Combine remaining ingredients in a small bowl.
- Pour over cod and bake for 12-15 minutes until fish is opaque throughout.
- Spoon orange sauce over fish and serve with vegetables and rice.
SEARED COD WITH BLOOD ORANGE GLAZE
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
- Remove the fish from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature, about 10 minutes.
- Coat a large saute pan with olive oil and bring the pan to a high heat.
- Pat the fish dry with paper towels and sprinkle both sides with salt.
- When the oil is very hot but not smoking, gently add the fish to the pan. DO NOT try to move the fillets. After 2 to 3 minutes, shake the pan gently and the fish should unstick itself. If the pan was hot enough, it will release. If not, using a fish spatula, GENTLY scrape it from the bottom of the pan. Cook the fish for 1 more minute and then turn it over, placing it on a wire rack set in a sheet tray. Transfer to the oven and cook until cooked through, another 10 to 12 minutes.
- Ditch the oil from the pan and add the orange juice, zest, chopped oranges, sugar, vinegar, thyme and a pinch of salt. Bring the liquid to a boil (BTB), reduce it to a simmer (RTS) and reduce the liquid by half. Taste and adjust the seasoning. The sauce should have a great tangy, sweet and sour mix.
- Spoon the sauce over the seared cod and serve immediately.
BAKED COD WITH ORANGE, CAPER AND OLIVE SAUCE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 500°F. Using vegetable peeler, remove peel and white pith from orange. Cut twenty 2-inch-long, 1/8-inch-wide strips from orange peel and reserve. Chop orange; place in small bowl. Add tomato and next 7 ingredients to chopped orange; stir to blend. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper. Spray 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish with nonstick spray. Arrange cod in prepared dish. Sprinkle orange strips evenly over fish. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake until fish is opaque in center, about 10 minutes. Spoon sauce over fish.
BAKED COD
Tuck into baked cod with lemon and thyme for an easy midweek meal. Serve with your favourite veggies for a healthy, fuss-free family dinner
Provided by Esther Clark
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Tip the flour into a bowl and add some seasoning. Turn each cod fillet in the flour until evenly coated.
- Heat half the oil in a non-stick frying pan over a medium-high heat. Add the cod and fry on each side for 2 mins or until golden brown.
- Transfer the cod to a roasting tin. Arrange the lemon slices and thyme on and around the fish and drizzle with the remaining oil. Bake for 10 mins or until cooked through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 0.5 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 30 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium
Tips for Making Baked Cod in Orange Sauce
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
- Don't overcook the cod. Cod is a delicate fish that can easily be overcooked. Cook it just until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Make sure the orange sauce is well-seasoned. The orange sauce should be sweet, sour, and tangy. Season it to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices.
- Serve the baked cod with a variety of sides. Baked cod in orange sauce can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, pasta, vegetables, or potatoes.
Conclusion
Baked cod in orange sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover cod. With its bright orange color and tangy flavor, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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