Easy Cod Recipes

This lean, sweet fish is versatile and simple to prepare. Try it in one of these swimmingly good recipes.

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William Meppem

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Baked Cod and Chorizo

Saffron and spicy Spanish sausage add pungent flavors to this one-pot dish.

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Johnny Valiant

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Pan-Fried Cod With Mustard-Caper Sauce

The piquant no-cook sauce instantly perks up the mild cod.

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Christopher Baker

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Pan-Roasted Cod and Fennel With Spinach Couscous 

Roast the cod, fennel, and red onion together in the oven for an easy no-fuss meal.

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Sang An

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Spiced Cod With Broccoli-Quinoa Pilaf

Season the fish with paprika to lend a smoky hint of spice.

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Lisa Hubbard

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Roasted Cod and Scallions With Spiced Potatoes

Add a bright citrus kick with strips of lemon zest and a final squeeze of lemon before serving.

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James Merrell

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Glazed Cod With Asparagus and Mushrooms

Brush hoisin sauce over the fish before cooking to create a sweet, rich glaze.

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Beatriz da Costa

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Roasted Pacific Cod With Olives and Lemon

This one-pot dish is a cinch to make—just roast the fish in a pan with white wine, olives, and lemon zest.

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 Anna Williams

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Cod With Beans, Corn, and Pesto

Serve the flaky cod with a refreshing side of green beans, leeks, and corn.

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Anna Williams

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Roast Cod With Crisp Potatoes

Start roasting the potatoes first, then add the fish to ensure they’ll be ready at the same time.

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Michael Paul

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Poached Cod With Cabbage and Peas

Simmer the cod in a mixture of chicken broth and lemon juice to infuse it with a delicate citrus flavor.

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Quentin Bacon

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Crispy Pacific Cod With Parmesan-Butter Dipping Sauce and Broccoli

For a healthier take on fish sticks, bake the cod with a coating of olive oil and crushed corn flakes.

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Dasha Ewing Wright

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Chili-Roasted Cod

A warm cumin-lime butter sauce dresses up the chili-spiced fish.

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Kana Okada

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Tortilla-Crusted Cod Cakes

Mix cilantro stems into the patties for a slightly less pungent cilantro presence than you’d get from the leaves.

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