Best 6 How To Cook Cod Loin Recipes

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Cod loin, a flaky and flavorful fish, is a versatile culinary ingredient that can be prepared in a variety of ways. Its mild taste and firm texture make it an excellent choice for a wide range of dishes, from simple pan-fried fillets to more elaborate baked or roasted recipes. With its relatively low fat content and high protein content, cod loin is a healthy and nutritious option for any meal.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

PERFECT TEN BAKED COD



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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

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
½ sleeve buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®), crushed
2 tablespoons butter
1 pound thick-cut cod loin
½ lemon, juiced
¼ cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped green onion
1 lemon, cut into wedges

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

EASY! OVEN-BAKED COD



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Taken from Rachael Ray's 30-minute meals, this is amazingly quick, fresh, and light - can be made with any type of fish fillet. Of course, my usual salad-in-a-bag is a lifesaver here, and fresh broccoli steamed in the microwave or asparagus roasted alongside the fish completes the meal!

Provided by MindiLouWho

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups plain breadcrumbs
1/2 cup fresh parsley
2 -3 garlic cloves
1 lemon, zest of
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
4 (6 -8 ounce) cod fish fillets
olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F Line your pan with aluminum foil and lightly brush with olive oil, or use a bit of cooking spray.
  • Combine parsley, garlic, lemon zest, and coarse salt on the cutting board. Finely chop, then combine with the breadcrumbs in a shallow plate.
  • Brush top of each fillet with olive oil. Press fillet into the crumb mixture. Place fillets in baking dish, crust-side up. Bake until firm, about 12-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.5, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 829.5, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.6, Protein 36.3

BAKED COD IN FOIL



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Cod is combined with bell pepper, tomatoes, and basil, wrapped in foil, and then baked in the oven for a quick, delicious low-carb dish for weeknights.

Provided by Natalie Titanov

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tomatoes, cubed
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cubed
1 onion, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 clove garlic, minced
aluminum foil
4 (5 ounce) cod fillets
lemon, juiced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, olive oil, basil, and garlic in a bowl and mix well.
  • Lay 4 sheets of aluminum foil on a work surface and place 1 cod fillet in the center of each. Spoon tomato mixture evenly on top of the 4 fillets. Drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Place a second sheet of foil on top and seal the edges to make a parcel. Repeat with the remaining fillets and tomato mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cod flakes easily with a fork, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and carefully unwrap the parcels. Spoon onto warmed plates and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 51.9 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 146.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

COD LOIN



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oven baked cod loin with sliced leeks and rosemary

Provided by mazmazz

Time 30m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 200C/electric180C/fan Gas 6
  • put cod loins onto a foiled oven dish. Drizzle a little olive oil over and turn cod over add salt and pepper, then add some sliced leeks. Turn cod over again and put remaining sliced leeks over the top. place the sprigs of rosemary over the cod and add the water.
  • Bring the foil together to make a parcel shape or place another peice of foil over top and press together to make the peices join. Place oven dish in center of oven and bake for 20 minutes.
  • remove oven dish from oven after the 20 minutes and serve with salad and lemon wedges or baby potatoes, lemon wedges and veg.

BAKED COD



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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

3 tbsp plain flour
4 cod loin fillets
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lemon, sliced
½ small bunch of thyme

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

PAN-SEARED COD



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Cod has a soft, buttery appeal that goes with cilantro, onions and crunchy pine nuts. This pan-seared cod is the easiest preparation I've found. -Lucy Lu Wang, Seattle, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cod fillets (6 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon pine nuts or sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Pat cod dry with paper towels; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Brown fillets lightly on both sides; remove from pan., In same skillet, heat remaining oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, 4-5 minutes. Stir in wine; cook until onion is lightly browned, stirring occasionally, 3-4 minutes longer. Return cod to pan. Reduce heat to low; cook, covered, until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 2-3 minutes., Remove cod from pan. Stir cilantro and pine nuts into onion; serve with fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 24g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 691mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cod loin: Look for cod loin that is firm and white, with no signs of discoloration or bruising.
  • Prepare your cod loin: Rinse the cod loin under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. If desired, you can remove the skin from the cod loin before cooking.
  • Season your cod loin: Season the cod loin with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices or herbs. You can also brush the cod loin with olive oil or melted butter before cooking.
  • Cook your cod loin: Cod loin can be cooked in a variety of ways, including baking, broiling, grilling, pan-frying, and steaming. The cooking time will vary depending on the method you choose.
  • Serve your cod loin: Once the cod loin is cooked, it can be served immediately. It can be paired with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

Cod loin is a versatile and delicious fish that can be cooked in a variety of ways. By following these tips, you can cook a cod loin that is moist, flaky, and flavorful. Cod loin is a healthy and affordable option for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. It is also a good source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamins and minerals.

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