Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce for a Tropical Escape

Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce is a quick and delicious tropical dish perfect for weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Resting Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Tropical

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cod

4 fillets Cod thick, white fillets, fresh or frozen
1 teaspoon Salt enhances flavor
1 teaspoon Pepper adds warmth

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing
1 medium Onion sautéed until translucent
2 cloves Garlic minced
1 tablespoon Ginger grated
1 can Coconut Milk full-fat preferred
3 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
1 teaspoon Lemon Zest for intensified flavor

Equipment

Oven
skillet
Baking Dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
Sprinkle both sides of the cod fillets with salt and pepper. Place in a baking dish.
In a skillet, warm olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring until fragrant.
Pour in coconut milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir and simmer for about 5 minutes.
Pour the sauce over the seasoned cod fillets in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until the fish flakes easily.
Let the cod rest for a few minutes before serving warm with additional sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish is gluten-free and versatile with options for different fish and spices. Make the sauce ahead for convenience.

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