Baked Lemon Garlic Fish!

🐟 Baked Lemon Garlic Fish

Servings

4
Ready in about 20 minutes — light, fresh, and perfect for weeknights.

🧾 Ingredients

• 4 fish fillets (cod, tilapia, haddock, halibut, or snapper)

• 3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 lemon (zested and sliced)

• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or dried oregano)

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

🔥 Instructions

1. Preheat oven
   Set oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Prepare baking dish
   Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.

3. Season the fish

   • Pat fish dry with paper towels.

   • Place fillets in the baking dish.

   • Drizzle with olive oil or butter.

4. Make lemon garlic mixture
   In a small bowl, mix:

   • Garlic

   • Lemon juice

   • Lemon zest

   • Paprika

   • Italian seasoning

   • Salt & pepper

5. Bake

   • Spoon mixture evenly over the fish.

   • Lay lemon slices on top.

   • Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

6. Finish & serve

   • Garnish with fresh parsley.

   • Serve immediately.

❓ Q & A

Q: What fish works best?

A:

• Cod / haddock → mild, flaky

• Tilapia → budget-friendly

• Halibut → firmer, restaurant-style

Avoid very thin fillets unless you reduce cook time.

Q: How do I know the fish is done?

A:

• It flakes easily with a fork

• Internal temp is 145°F (63°C)

• Flesh turns opaque

Q: Can I use frozen fish?

A: Yes — just thaw completely and pat dry first to avoid excess water.

Q: Can I make it creamy?

A: Totally. Add:

• 2–3 tbsp heavy cream or

• A few spoonfuls of butter halfway through baking

Q: Can I bake it in foil?

A: Yes!

• Wrap loosely for extra moisture

• Add 2–3 minutes to baking time

• Great for delicate fish

Q: What sides go well with this?

A:

• Roasted veggies (asparagus, broccoli, green beans)

• Rice or quinoa

• Garlic mashed potatoes

• Simple salad.