Baked Blackened Cod
This Baked Blackened Cod is an excellent option for a busy weeknight! The buttery cod and slightly spicy blackened crust provide the ultimate flavor and texture. The cod is cooked in a cast iron skillet with olive oil and butter to give extra flavor. Ready in 20 minutes!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
Cod
- 4 cod fish fillets 5-6 oz each
- 2 tablespoons olive oil plus more for rubbing on fish
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Blackening seasoning homemade or store-bought
Seasoning Mix
- 1 tablespoon paprika smoked or sweet
- ½ tablespoon onion powder
- ½ tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix all of the blackening spices until combined. Make sure they are blended evenly.
- Thoroughly pat the fish dry with a paper towel. Rub each side with 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
- Coat both sides of the fish fillets with the blackened seasoning mix, shaking off any excess spices.
- Heat the olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook for 3-5 minutes or until the rub turns black. Add butter to the pan (butter can burn at high heat, which is why we add it later in cooking).
- Flip the fish fillet and cook another 1-2 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flaky. Serve warm with a side of rice and a simple green salad. Enjoy!
Notes
- Check for doneness. Use a thermometer to make sure that the internal temperature reaches 145°F at the thickest part for perfectly flaky cod.
- Dry the fillets. Pat the fish completely dry before seasoning. This ensures a nice sear instead of steaming in the pan.
- Even cooking. Make sure fillets are similar in size so they cook evenly.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan. Give each piece some space to sear properly and develop a crisp, flavorful crust.
Nutrition
Serving: 4oz | Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 455mg | Potassium: 437mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 711IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg
