Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce for a Tropical Escape

Enjoy a delicious Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce that brings tropical flavors to your dinner table.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Seafood, Tropical

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Fish

4 pieces Cod Fillets Choose firm, thick fillets for even cooking.
1 teaspoon Salt Enhances the flavor.
1 teaspoon Pepper Adds mild heat.

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with any cooking oil.
1 medium Onion Diced, sauté until translucent.
2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh for best flavor.
1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly grated for optimal zest.
1 can Coconut Milk Opt for full-fat for richness.
3 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh juice enhances flavor.
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Intensifies citrus flavor.

Equipment

Oven
Medium Skillet
Baking dish

Method

Cooking Steps

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Pat the cod fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
In a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the diced onion for 4-5 minutes.
Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, stirring for 1-2 minutes.
Pour in coconut milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest; simmer for 5 minutes.
Place cod fillets in a baking dish and pour the coconut lemon cream sauce over.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until cod flakes easily.
Remove from oven, let rest for a few minutes, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with jasmine rice or a refreshing quinoa salad for a complete meal.

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