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Baked Cod with Herb Butter Recipe

A vegan “cod” made from tofu, baked in aromatic herb butter sauce — light, flavorful, and the ultimate cruelty-free comfort meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 265
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Firm tofu pressed and sliced into fillets – 400 g
  • Olive oil – 1½ tbsp
  • Vegan butter – 3 tbsp melted
  • Garlic minced – 3 cloves
  • Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
  • Fresh parsley chopped – 2 tbsp
  • Dill chopped – 1 tbsp
  • Salt – to taste
  • Black pepper – ¼ tsp
  • Paprika – ¼ tsp
  • Lemon wedges – for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line your baking tray with parchment — because we’re not scrubbing pans today.
  2. Pat tofu fillets dry and place them on the tray.
  3. In a bowl, mix melted vegan butter, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, dill, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  4. Brush the tofu generously with the herb butter mixture.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes, flipping halfway for even golden perfection.
  6. Brush once more with leftover butter mixture during the last 5 minutes — extra shine, extra flavor, extra fabulous.
  7. Remove from oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
  8. Serve with lemon wedges, maybe a glass of something fancy, and smug satisfaction.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 265
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 17 g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Calcium: 14%
  • Iron: 16%
  • Vitamin C: 10%
  • Magnesium: 9%
  • Vitamin A: 8%

Additional Notes / Tips

  • Use nori flakes or sea salt for that authentic “from the ocean” vibe.
  • Pair with roasted veggies or mashed potatoes for full-on dinner elegance.
  • Don’t skip the lemon — it makes everything sing.
  • Meal-prep hack: marinate tofu overnight for deeper flavor.
  • Perfect for date nights, solo feasts, or impressing your judgy foodie friend.