The Best Grilled Cod Recipe
Learn how to charcoal grill cod perfectly every time using a few tested techniques! Basted with simple lemon butter glaze, this grilled cod recipe will be your favorite!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh cod filets
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
FOR THE BASTING LIQUID
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 large lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 teaspoons fresh green onion, chopped
OPTIONAL GARNISH
- Fresh lemon slices
- Fresh herbs, parsley, green onions, rosemary
Instructions
- Prepare to grill over hot heat. Clean and oil grill grates.
- Combine butter, lemon juice, parsley and onions in a small bowl. Whisk vigorously to combine and allow to rest on the counter while you prepare the fish.
- Pat the cod filets dry with a paper towel, then sprinkle with salt, garlic powder and black pepper.
- Place cod directly on oiled grates on the hot grill.
- Grill for 4-5 minutes per side, basting occasionally with butter and lemon mixture. If flare-ups occur, close the lid on the grill until they die out.
- Remove from grill when the fish begins to flake and reaches and internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit using an instant read thermometer. If fully cooked, fish should not stick to the grill and should release easily from the grates.
- Serve with any leftover basting liquid, and garnish with (optional) lemon slices and herbs.
Notes
If you have a grill basket for fish, slice some lemons and additional herbs and add them with the fish.
Having a fish turner or fish spatula can make flipping the fish much easier!
Serving: 1, Calories: 190kcal
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