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Microwaving fish is a quick, convenient, and healthy way to prepare a delicious meal. Simply place the fish in a microwave-safe dish, add your favorite seasonings and a bit of liquid, and let the microwave do the rest.
It not only saves time but also preserves the nutrients and delicate flavors of the fish. Whether you're using a fillet of cod, salmon, or tilapia, the microwave makes it easy to achieve a delightful, home-cooked meal in minutes.
Once cooking is complete, let the fish sit in the microwave-safe dish with the lid on for an additional minute. This allows the fish to steam gently and ensures it's cooked perfectly throughout. You can leave it longer as the lid also keeps the fish warm while you assemble the other meal ingredients on the plate.
It won't have much color, so a good plan it to sprinkle some herbs, pepper or paprika on it after it's cooked, that way it won't look so pale. Cod is a white fish, and unless you fry it, it will always be white after cooking.
The basic timings are the same, whichever fish you use as it's cooked by weight. So a fillet or steak which weighs the same, will take the same amount of time.
A 5 ounce fillet will take 2 minutes from fresh - check your microwave handbook as they do differ depending on the power.
Safety Tip: Always use microwave-safe dishes or steaming bags to prevent any accidents. Be cautious when removing the lid or opening the bag, as the steam can be very hot and may cause burns - steam scalds are as bad as boiling water scalds. They sting like mad and will make you say 'ouch' very loudly.
The recipe is a 'per person' in case you do decide to use bags, you can make them individually - if you're cooking two, three or four portions at the same time, then multiply the quantities correspondingly.
For those looking to expand their culinary horizons, try experimenting with different seasoning blends or adding a touch of soy sauce for an Asian twist. Pair your microwave-cooked fish with a side of buttered new potatoes, steamed asparagus, and a vibrant salad to create a well-rounded, delightful meal for any night of the week. There are links at the bottom of this page for other fish recipes in the microwave.
This is the dish I use to cook fish recipes in the microwave (and loads of other things). It has a small handle on the lid, making it easy to lift safely - if you lift the lid so that the edge away from you comes up first, it will release the steam on the opposite side to where you're standing and mean you're very unlikely to be scalded by the steam. Make sure nobody is standing on that side though!
I can fit four fish steaks in here, sometimes five or six, depending on the size, but only two fish fillets (in one layer)
Microwave Cod
- 1 fish steak or fillet per person
- 1 tablespoon white wine (or lemon/lime juice)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- fresh ground black pepper
- fresh dill or parsley chopped
Put the fish fillets into a microwave proof dish which has a lid you can use.
Alternatively, use microwave steaming bags.
Lay the fish in the dish and sprinkle the lemon juice, oil and seasonings over it.
Microwave on full for 2 minutes for one fillet, 3 minutes for two fillets.
Leave in the dish or bag for one minute to allow the fish to steam a little longer.
How to Confirm Your Fish is Cooked: The fish should appear opaque and flake easily with a fork. A properly cooked piece will have a firm texture but still be moist and tender.
DO be careful when you take the lid off or open the bag as steam can scald you just as badly as boiling water.
Serve with buttered new potatoes, asaparagus and peas.
The juices from the fish would be lovely spooned over the fish and vegetables.
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Cook's Notes I tend to cook no more than two portions at a time in the microwave. Most microwaves are quite small inside, with not much room for a large dish. Fish is best cooked in one layer so that the fillets or steaks don't stick together. If you need to cook more than two fillet portions, then the best bet is to use the microwave bags you can buy. They act as a steamer and you can safely leave the fish in them to keep warm whilst you prepare the rest of your meal. |
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Microwave Cod
By Liz Alderson, Mar 30, 2016
This Microwave Cod recipe is very easy - just put the fish into a dish, add some liquid and seasonings and away you go.
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook time: 2 minutes
Yield: 2
Main Ingredient: fish steak or fillet, white wine