Spiced Cod Fillet on the Grill
🕒 Cook Time: 6 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 16 minutes
Description:
Cod, with its mild flavor and firm white flesh, is a versatile and delicious fish. It’s essential to handle it with care; upon purchase, always rinse it with cool water, pat it dry, and rewrap it. Store it in the coldest part of the fridge for no more than 2 days to maintain its freshness.
Recipe Category:
One Dish Meal
Keywords:
Canadian, Very Low Carbs, High Protein, Healthy, High In…, Spicy, Broil/Grill, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Calories: 224.3
- Fat Content: 4.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 105.1mg
- Sodium Content: 272.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 2.5g
- Fiber Content: 0.9g
- Sugar Content: 0.5g
- Protein Content: 41g
Ingredients:
- 2 Cod fillets
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp spicy brown mustard
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cod:
- Begin by rinsing the cod fillets under cool water and patting them dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, combine the cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Dust the cod fillets with this spice mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated.
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Add Mustard:
- Spread the spicy brown mustard evenly over the surface of each cod fillet. This will add a tangy flavor and help the spices adhere to the fish.
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Grilling Method:
- If you’re grilling, preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Melt the butter and use it to baste the cod fillets before placing them on the grill.
- Grill the cod for about 3 minutes on each side, or until the flesh is white, firm, and easily flakes with a fork.
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Broiling Method:
- Alternatively, you can broil the cod in the oven.
- Preheat the broiler and place the cod fillets on a broiling pan.
- Dot each fillet with butter before putting them in the oven.
- Broil for 3-4 minutes on each side, until the fish is cooked through.
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Serve:
- Once the cod is cooked, transfer it to serving plates.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for a burst of citrus freshness.
This Spiced Cod Fillet on the Grill is a delightful dish that’s quick to prepare and packed with flavor. Enjoy its tender, spicy goodness as a nutritious and satisfying meal.
