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Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce

Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce: A Tropical Delight

This Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce captures tropical bliss with creamy coconut milk and fresh lemon flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood, Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod Fresh, firm fillets are best for a tender result.
For the Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing the flavor of the fish.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Add freshly ground pepper to deepen the flavor profile.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Ideal for sautéing onions.
  • 1 medium Onion Sauté until translucent; yellow or sweet onions work best.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced provides aromatic depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh grated adds warmth; powdered can work in a pinch.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat for a creamy texture; light coconut milk can reduce fat.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh juice brightens the dish.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Fresh zest enhances lemon flavor.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking dish
  • oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Season cod fillets with salt and freshly ground pepper.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté chopped onion for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in coconut milk, fresh lemon juice, and zest. Simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Transfer seasoned cod fillets to a baking dish and pour the sauce over the fish.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until cod is opaque and flakes easily.
  8. Let the dish rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Fresh cod fillets are essential for the best taste. Keep an eye on baking time to avoid drying out the fish.

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