You'll love this baked pollock with lemon garlic butter sauce. It's a simple seafood meal that is bursting with fresh flavors and it only takes a few minutes to put together. Ready in under 30 minutes this baked pollock recipe is a light and delicious lunch or dinner go-to!

Pollock is a versatile white fish similar to cod or haddock. It is a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, it's very lean and low in calories making it a very healthy choice. This tasty fish has a firm and flaky texture and holds up well when baked or fried.

Pollock is often used to make fish and chips or fish sticks because of its mild and very delicious flavor, which makes it a great seafood option for your kids, picky eaters, and any family meal.

Baked fish is a simple dish that is flavorful but super easy to make even if you are short on time. What really makes this baked pollock the best is the lemon garlic butter sauce.

It keeps the pollock fillets moist and tender while they're cooking and at the same time gives incredible flavor to this meal. Served with a garden salad, pasta, steamed rice, or crusty bread and you have yourself a wonderfully healthy, and delicious dinner that takes almost no time to make.

Recipe ingredients

Pollock fillets. Fresh or frozen Alaskan or Atlantic pollock fillets. If using frozen fillets, it's best to thaw them either overnight in the refrigerator or in a bowl of cold water until they are no longer icy.

Seasonings. This fish is seasoned simply with just salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Butter. Unsalted and melted. Used to make the lemon garlic butter sauce.

Fresh garlic. Minced and gives a strong garlic aroma and flavor to the fish fillets.

Lemon juice. Adds a bright pop of citrus flavor and is a wonderful pairing for almost any oven-baked fish recipe.

Fresh parsley. Chopped and added to the fish right before serving to give the fish a light and bright flavor.

Lemon slices. Used to garnish the fish right before serving and gives an even stronger citrus flavor to this dish.

How to make baked pollock recipe

First, you will want to get your oven warmed up and ready. Set the oven temperature to 375°F, or if you're using Celsius, that will be 190°C. This process is what we call preheating, and it ensures that your oven is at just the right temperature when you're ready to start baking. Generally, it takes a few minutes for an oven to reach this set temperature.

In the meantime, let's get the pollock fillets ready. Take the fillets and evenly sprinkle a bit of salt and pepper on both sides. Once you've seasoned them, place the fillets into a baking dish. The dish should be prepared ahead of time, generally by greasing it lightly to prevent the fish from sticking.

Next, you're going to want to create a flavor-rich sauce for the fish. Grab a small bowl and combine your melted butter, minced garlic, and fresh lemon juice. Stir these ingredients together until they're well mixed. This buttery, garlicky, lemony mixture is going to give your pollock fillets a wonderful flavor boost.

Now, pour this sauce all over the fillets in the baking dish, ensuring the fish are evenly coated. You can use a spoon or a brush to help spread the mixture over the fillets. Once your oven has finished preheating, place the baking dish with the fillets inside.

The fish should bake for about 15 to 20 minutes. You'll know it's ready when the fish flakes easily with a fork and has changed from a transparent to an opaque color.

After the pollock has finished baking, it's time for some finishing touches. Scatter some freshly chopped parsley over the baked fillet. This adds a lovely hint of color and a fresh burst of flavor.

Finally, it's time to serve up your Baked Pollock with Garlic and Butter! Don't forget to add a couple of lemon slices to each serving. Your guests can squeeze these over their fish for an extra zesty kick. Enjoy this delicious dish while it's still warm.

Substitutions

Pollock. If you don't have pollock substitute this fish with cod or haddock fillets. These fish are from the same family as pollock, so they will have a similar flavor and cook at pretty much the same rate.

Butter. If you are using salted butter be sure to reduce the amount of salt used to season the fish fillets. You can also use olive oil or avocado oil if you want a milder-flavored oil instead.

Fresh herbs. Any fresh herbs that you have on hand would be just fine. Chopped cilantro, oregano, dill, or basil are excellent choices.

Garlic. You can use jarred minced garlic instead of fresh, but the garlic flavor in this dish won't be as strong.

Variations

An Italian or herb seasoning blend would be a lovely addition to this recipe especially if you don't have any fresh herbs on hand.

Serve your baked fish with grated lemon zest or add it to garlic butter sauce to increase the lemony flavor of this dish.

Add a bit of heat to this oven-baked pollock recipe by adding a pinch of red crushed pepper flakes, a sprinkle of cayenne pepper, or your favorite Cajun seasoning.

If you want to make a crunchy topping, combine Parmesan cheese and Panko breadcrumbs with a little bit of melted butter then top the pollock fillets with it before baking in the oven.

Frequently asked questions

Side dishes

1. Garlic Mashed Potatoes: Peel, boil, and mash some potatoes. Stir in a bit of butter, milk, salt, pepper, and some roasted garlic for a hearty and comforting side.
2. Steamed Vegetables: Use a mix of your favorite vegetables such as broccoli, carrots, or green beans. Steam them until tender and season with a bit of salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
3. Roasted Asparagus: Toss asparagus spears with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in the oven until tender and slightly charred. You can sprinkle some Parmesan on top in the last few minutes of roasting for an extra touch.
4. Coleslaw: Mix shredded cabbage and carrots with a creamy dressing for a classic, crunchy side dish. Or try my KFC coleslaw recipe without buttermilk. So good!
5. Plain Rice: Simply cook some white or brown rice according to the package instructions. To give it a bit more flavor, you can cook it in chicken or vegetable broth instead of water.
6. Simple Garden Salad: Toss together some fresh lettuce, sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Serve with a basic dressing like olive oil and vinegar, or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
7. Baked Potato: Wash a potato, prick with a fork, and bake in the oven until soft. Serve with a bit of butter, salt, and pepper.

Storage instructions

Leftovers. Store baked pollock fillets in the air tight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Freezer. You can freeze cooked fish. Place fillets in the freezer safe container or bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

Reheat. Reheat in the microwave for 1 minute (preferred because this way you can reheat with juices)or in the air fryer at 400 degrees for couple minute or until nice and hot.

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