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Easy Baked Cod with Honey Garlic Sauce

A thick fillet of flaky white cod topped with a thick, glistening, reddish-brown honey garlic sauce.
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Prepare moist, flaky cod fillets coated in a simple, sweet, and savory honey garlic glaze using this straightforward oven method.

Ingredients

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  • 4 (6 ounce) cod fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water (slurry)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Rub them lightly with olive oil and season both sides with salt and pepper. Place the fillets in the prepared baking dish.
  3. Prepare the sauce: In a small saucepan, combine the honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Heat over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
  4. Whisk the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  5. Spoon or brush half of the honey garlic sauce evenly over the top of the cod fillets.
  6. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Baking time depends on the thickness of your fillets.
  7. Remove the dish from the oven. Brush the remaining sauce over the baked cod before serving immediately.

Notes

  • To select good cod, look for firm, translucent white flesh. If using frozen, thaw it completely in the refrigerator overnight before cooking.
  • For easy cleanup, always line your baking dish with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  • Serve this dish with steamed asparagus or roasted broccoli and a side of white rice to absorb the extra sauce.

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