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Garlic Butter Cod Bites with Creamy Lemon Herb Dip

Garlic Butter Cod Bites with Creamy Lemon Herb Dip Bliss

Delight in Garlic Butter Cod Bites with creamy lemon herb dip, a quick and gluten-free seafood treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod Bites
  • 1 pound Cod fillets Can substitute with haddock or pollock
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil for a lighter option
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can be used for more depth
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Dill or cilantro can be substituted
For the Creamy Lemon Herb Dip
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used for a healthier alternative
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Opt for vegan mayo for plant-based diets
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh lemons preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Dill Tarragon or scallions can be substituted
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Chives
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Whisk until cohesive.
  3. Cut cod fillets into bite-sized pieces and toss in the garlic butter mixture until evenly coated.
  4. Spread the cod bites in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
  6. Prepare the creamy lemon herb dip by mixing sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, chives, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  7. Serve the cod bites garnished with parsley and lemon wedges alongside the dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 4bitesCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 56mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 420mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Refrigerate leftover cod bites for up to 2 days. For best texture, reheat in the oven.

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