Baked Cod with Parsley-Caper Butter and New Potatoes
Delicate British cod baked with a zesty parsley and caper butter, served with tender new potatoes for a light and flavorful meal. This british-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs fillets (150g each) cod fillets, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 fillets (150g each) cod fillets
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 6 tbsp, softened unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp, drained and chopped capers
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 600g, halved new potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 600g halved new potatoes in a saucepan, cover with water, add 1 tsp salt, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 10-12 minutes until tender. Drain and toss with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 6 tbsp softened unsalted butter with 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 2 tbsp chopped capers, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Mix until smooth.
- Step 3: Season 4 cod fillets with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides. Place fillets in a baking dish and spread the parsley-caper butter evenly on top.
- Step 4: Bake the cod in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Serve immediately with the warm new potatoes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Cod with Parsley-Caper Butter and New Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked Cod with Parsley-Caper Butter and New Potatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep salt from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Cod with Parsley-Caper Butter and New Potatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Cod with Parsley-Caper Butter and New Potatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Cod with Parsley-Caper Butter and New Potatoes?
British seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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