Best 5 Simple Grilled Cod Steaks Recipes

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**Grilled Cod Steaks: A Simple and Flavorful Seafood Dish**

Grilled cod steaks are a delicious and healthy seafood dish that can be prepared in just a few minutes. Cod is a mild-flavored fish that pairs well with a variety of seasonings and sauces. In this article, we'll share three simple recipes for grilled cod steaks, each with its own unique flavor profile. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing meal or something more hearty and flavorful, we have a recipe that's sure to please. Our first recipe is a classic grilled cod steak with lemon and herbs. This simple dish allows the natural flavor of the fish to shine through. Our second recipe is for a grilled cod steak with a flavorful marinade made with olive oil, garlic, and paprika. And our third recipe is for a grilled cod steak with a tangy salsa verde sauce. This sauce is made with fresh herbs, capers, and anchovies, and it adds a delicious burst of flavor to the fish. No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this simple and delicious seafood dish.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED COD



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How to cook perfect grilled cod. Tender and buttery, cod is easy and healthy to grill! Grill in foil or directly for quick dinners.

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Main Course

Time 22m

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 6-to 8-ounce cod fillets
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Chopped fresh herbs: dill (parsley, cilantro, or a mix)
2 cups cilantro leaves and tender stems
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (or 2 teaspoons fresh oregano leaves)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (plus additional to taste)
1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt

Steps:

  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. The target temp is about 400 degrees F.
  • Pat the cod dry and place on a plate. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • In a small, microwave-safe bowl in the microwave or a small saucepan on the stove, melt the butter. Stir in the lemon juice.
  • If cooking the fish in foil packets: Place each piece of cod in the center of a large, double-stacked piece of aluminum foil (the pieces should each be about 18 inches square). Brush both sides of the cod liberally with the butter/lemon juice mixture. Bring two opposite edges of the foil up and towards the center so that they meet, then fold them down over each other to make a seam in the center. Fold in the edges to seal so that you create a packet. Leave some space inside of each packet for air to circulate. If not using a foil packet, brush the fish on the plate.
  • Prepare the sauce: in a small food processor, place the cilantro and garlic. Pulse several times, until the garlic is minced.
  • Add the lemon juice, olive oil, chili, oregano, and salt and pulse again to combine.
  • Add the yogurt, then blend until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Refrigerate until you are ready to serve the fish.
  • When ready to grill: if you are not using the foil packet, immediately before grilling the fish, oil the grill VERY well so that the fish doesn't stick (if using a packet, no need to oil). Cook the fish on the first side without disturbing it for 6 minutes, then carefully flip (the fish should release easily; if it doesn't, cook it a little longer).
  • Cook for an additional 6 to 7 minutes on the second side, or until the cod is opaque, flakes easily with a fork, and reaches an internal temperature of 145 F. DO NOT flip the fish back over. If you are using a foil packet, no need to flip the fish; cook it for 8 to 10 minutes total, until the fish is completely cooked through.
  • Remove cod from the grill. Serve with the green sauce and an additional sprinkle of fresh herbs.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 4), Calories 296 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 91 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g

PERFECT GRILLED COD



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This grilled cod is bursting with flavor from homemade blackened seasoning! Cod is the fish you didn't know you loved; here's how to grill it.

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Main Dish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 4-ounce cod fillets, (wild caught if possible)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons homemade blackened seasoning (medium hot) or seafood seasoning (mild)*

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to medium-high heat (375 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit).
  • Bring the cod to room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  • Pat the cod dry with a clean towel. Rub it with the olive oil and sprinkle it with the kosher salt and fresh ground pepper. Then cover it with the homemade blackened seasoning or seafood seasoning on all sides.
  • Grill the cod over indirect heat for 4 minutes, until it releases from the grates. Flip and cook another 2 to 4 minutes, until the internal temperature is 130 degrees (right when the cod starts to flake when pulled with a fork). Allow to rest for a few minutes, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Sodium 123.5 mg, Fat 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Protein 19.9 g, Cholesterol 52.1 mg

GRILLED COD



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Grilled cod fillets basted with butter, lemon, and green onion.

Provided by Jenny Crocker

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (8 ounce) fillets cod, cut in half
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
½ teaspoon lemon pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons chopped green onion (white part only)

Steps:

  • Stack about 15 charcoal briquettes into a grill in a pyramid shape. If desired, drizzle coals lightly with lighter fluid and allow to soak for 1 minute before lighting coals with a match. Allow fire to spread to all coals, about 10 minutes, before spreading briquettes out into the grill; let coals burn until a thin layer of white ash covers the coals. Lightly oil the grates.
  • Season both sides of cod with Cajun seasoning, lemon pepper, salt, and black pepper. Set fish aside on a plate. Heat butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, stir in lemon juice and green onion, and cook until onion is softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Place cod onto oiled grates and grill until fish is browned and flakes easily, about 3 minutes per side; baste with butter mixture frequently while grilling. Allow cod to rest off the heat for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 63.4 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 660.6 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

GRILLED BLACK COD WITH FRIED GARLIC AND CHILES



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Provided by Steven Raichlen

Categories     Garlic     Low Cal     Father's Day     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Cod     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 7- to 8-ounce black cod fillets (about 1 inch thick)
Coarse kosher salt
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (preferably Spanish)
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced crosswise
1 dried guindilla chile, crumbled, or 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
3 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
Special Equipment
Fish grill basket (optional)

Steps:

  • Lightly brush fish grill basket with oil (if using), or brush grill rack with oil, and prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Sprinkle fish on both sides with coarse salt and pepper. Place fish in grill basket (if using) or directly on grill rack, skin side down. Grill fish until opaque in center, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to platter; cover to keep warm.
  • Heat 6 tablespoons oil in small skillet over high heat. Add garlic and sautéuntil fragrant and light golden, about 1 minute. Add crumbled chile or crushed red pepper; stir 15 seconds. Immediately pour garlic chile oil over fish. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve.
  • Ingredient Tip:
  • The traditional chile for the garlic sauce is guindilla, a small, elongated, medium-hot Spanish chile that's usually sold dried. This chile may be difficult to find, but ordinary dried crushed red pepper makes an excellent substitute.

GRILLED COD WITH SPINACH AND TOMATOES



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I came up with this recipe because I could not find a recipe I was looking for. A very simple, easy, and quick dish to put together. I always make this for myself when I grill steaks for my family.

Provided by tcasa

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 20m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (4 ounce) fillet cod
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
¼ cup roughly chopped spinach, or to taste
¼ tomato, seeded and diced
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, or to taste
1 slice mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
  • Place cod on a piece of aluminum foil and season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Top cod with spinach, tomato, and onion; season again with salt and black pepper. Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over cod and top with mozzarella cheese. Fold foil over cod creating a packet, crimping the edges together making a seal.
  • Cook on the preheated grill until fish flakes easily with a fork, 7 to 9 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 66.3 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 413.2 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and firm cod steaks: Fresh cod steaks should be firm and have a mild, slightly sweet smell. Avoid steaks that are slimy or have an off odor.
  • Pat the cod steaks dry before grilling: This will help the steaks to cook evenly and prevent them from sticking to the grill.
  • Season the cod steaks liberally with salt and pepper: Salt and pepper are essential seasonings for grilled cod. You can also add other herbs and spices to taste, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Grill the cod steaks over medium heat: Medium heat will help to cook the cod steaks evenly without overcooking them. Grill the steaks for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the cod steaks immediately with your favorite sides: Grilled cod is delicious served with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice. You can also top the cod steaks with a simple lemon butter sauce or tartar sauce.

Conclusion:

Grilled cod steaks are a delicious and healthy meal that can be cooked in just a few minutes. By following these tips, you can grill perfect cod steaks every time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give grilled cod steaks a try!

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