Baked Cod with Mustard-Lemon Cream Sauce 🧄🍋
This tender cod fillet is baked in a creamy Dijon mustard and lemon sauce, offering a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and mildly sweet flavors. A quick, elegant dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner!
📌 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Cod:
• 4 cod fillets (about 150 g each) 🐟
• Salt and pepper (to taste) 🧂
• 1 tbsp olive oil 🫒
For the Sauce:
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 🧄
• 200 ml heavy cream 🥛
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• Juice & zest of 1 lemon 🍋
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup 🍯
• Salt & pepper (to taste)
• Fresh parsley (for garnish) 🌿
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven
• Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F, top/bottom heat).
2️⃣ Prepare the Cod
• Pat the fillets dry and season with salt & pepper.
• Place them in a lightly greased baking dish.
3️⃣ Make the Sauce
• Heat olive oil in a pan.
• Sauté the garlic for a few seconds until fragrant.
• Stir in the cream, mustard, lemon juice & zest, and honey.
• Season with salt & pepper and let simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
4️⃣ Bake the Cod
• Pour the sauce evenly over the cod fillets.
• Bake for 15–20 minutes, until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy
• Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
• Pairs well with rice, potatoes, or a fresh salad.
💡 Tips & Variations
✅ Make it lighter → Swap heavy cream for coconut milk or low-fat cream.
✅ Want some crunch? → Sprinkle Parmesan & breadcrumbs before baking.
✅ Love spice? → Add a pinch of chili flakes or dried tarragon.
⏳ Cooking Time
• Prep: 10 minutes
• Bake: 15–20 minutes
• Total: 30 minutes
📊 Nutrition (Per Serving)
• Calories: ~350 kcal
• Protein: 35g
• Carbs: 5g
• Fat: 20g
🧐 FAQs
- Can I use a different fish?
Yes! Haddock, halibut, or salmon work great too.
- Can I prepare this in advance?
The sauce can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored in the fridge.
- Can I make it without cream?
Yes, replace the cream with Greek yogurt or plant-based alternatives.
- How long does cooked cod last?
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
This quick, creamy fish dish is full of fresh lemony flavors and a rich mustard sauce—perfect for an easy, healthy dinner! 🍽️✨