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Baked Cod In Orange Sauce Recipe

This simple, healthy recipe is ready in under 30 minutes! Flaky cod fillets are bathed in a bright, citrusy orange sauce, creating a restaurant-quality meal without the fuss. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe is easily adaptable – substitute any firm white fish for cod and enjoy! Serve with your favorite sides like rice and steamed vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. #bakedcod #orangesauce #healthyrecipe #easyrecipe #weeknightdinner #fishrecipe

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 156.7 kcal
Protein 61g
Rating 2.5 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Cod In Orange Sauce

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How to Make Baked Cod In Orange Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly grease a shallow baking dish.
  3. Place cod fillets (about 1 lb) in the prepared baking dish.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice (1/2 cup), orange zest (1 tablespoon), olive oil (1 tablespoon), honey (1 tablespoon), Dijon mustard (1 teaspoon), salt (1/2 teaspoon), and black pepper (1/4 teaspoon).
  5. Pour the orange sauce evenly over the cod fillets.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Garnish with fresh orange segments (optional) and serve immediately with rice and your favorite vegetables.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

1g

Carbs

1g

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