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Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce

Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce: A Tropical Delight

A delicious Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce that combines creamy coconut with zesty lemon for a tropical culinary experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Healthy, Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod a firm and flaky protein ideal for baking
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to your preference
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper freshly ground preferred
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing the onion
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger freshly grated
  • 1 can Coconut Milk full-fat preferred for richness
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest fresh preferred

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare your baking dish by greasing it lightly.
  2. Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper on both sides and place them in the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a skillet, add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion for about 3-5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and stir for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest, stirring everything together and letting it simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. Pour the coconut lemon sauce over the cod fillets, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the cod flakes easily with a fork.
  8. Allow the dish to rest for a couple of minutes before serving to enhance the flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best served with jasmine rice or a crisp salad for an enhanced meal experience.

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