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Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce

A quick and creamy baked cod recipe featuring a delightful coconut lemon sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 thick, white cod fillets
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, sautéed until translucent
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat cod fillets dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion. Sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in coconut milk. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Add lemon juice and lemon zest. Taste and adjust salt or lemon as needed.
  7. Place cod fillets in the skillet or in a baking dish. Spoon some sauce over each fillet.
  8. Bake in the oven for 12–15 minutes, until the cod flakes with a fork. Cooking time depends on fillet thickness.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes. Spoon more sauce over fish before serving.

Notes

Serve with steamed rice, quinoa, or boiled potatoes. Add a green side like steamed broccoli or a salad.

  • Author: mehdilmh
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: baked cod, coconut sauce, quick dinner, weeknight meal, creamy fish