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Garlic Butter Cod Bites

Garlic Butter Cod Bites: Easy, Flavorful Seafood Delight

Garlic Butter Cod Bites are a delicious gluten-free seafood option that you can whip up in under 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod Bites
  • 1 pound Cod Fillets Substitutes include haddock or pollock.
  • 1/4 cup Butter Can substitute with olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Use fresh garlic for best taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika enhances flavor further.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Can use chives or dill as alternatives.
For the Creamy Lemon Herb Dip
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used for a healthier alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Can increase sour cream for a lighter version.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Essential to include.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Dill Alternatives include basil or thyme.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Chives Can be adjusted for taste.
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Garlic Butter Cod Bites
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Cut cod fillets into bite-sized pieces and toss them in the garlic butter mixture until fully coated.
  4. Place the coated cod bites in a single layer on the baking sheet, making sure they have space between them.
  5. Bake the cod bites for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
  6. In a clean bowl, prepare the dip by combining sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, and chives, then season with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve the Garlic Butter Cod Bites hot with the creamy lemon herb dip. Garnish with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 4bitesCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for better flavor, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet, and check for doneness at the 12-minute mark. Customize the dip as desired.

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