Description
Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce is a delightful dish that combines tender cod fillets with a rich, creamy sauce infused with coconut and zesty lemon. This easy-to-make recipe transports you to a tropical paradise with every bite, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve alongside rice or steamed vegetables, and enjoy the explosion of flavors that this elegant meal brings to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh cod fillets
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 large lemons (juiced and zested)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Season the cod fillets on both sides with salt and pepper, placing them in the prepared baking dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine coconut milk, minced garlic, grated ginger, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Heat until warmed through.
- Pour the sauce evenly over the cod fillets.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added spice, mix in red pepper flakes or chopped chili peppers into the sauce. Pair with jasmine rice or quinoa to soak up the creamy sauce.