Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce Recipe
This Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce is a flavorful and healthy dish featuring tender cod fillets baked to perfection and served with a creamy, tangy sauce made from coconut milk, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic spices. It’s a light yet satisfying meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or special occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
For the cod:
- 21 oz / 600g cod fillets
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the coconut-lemon cream sauce:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1.2 cups / 300ml coconut milk
- 1 large lemon (juice and zest)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the cod fillets evenly.
- Prepare the cod: Season the cod fillets on both sides with salt and black pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Make the coconut-lemon cream sauce: In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the grated fresh ginger and crushed garlic cloves, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the coconut milk and stir well. Add the lemon juice and zest, then simmer the sauce gently for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Remove from heat.
- Assemble for baking: Place the seasoned cod fillets in a baking dish. Pour the prepared coconut-lemon cream sauce evenly over the fish, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Bake the cod: Bake the cod in the preheated oven for approximately 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and the sauce is bubbling gently.
- Serve: Carefully remove from the oven and serve the cod fillets hot with the creamy coconut-lemon sauce spooned over the top. This dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcook the cod to keep it tender and flaky.
- You can substitute cod with other firm white fish such as haddock or halibut.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of chili flakes to the sauce.
- Leftover sauce can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and used as a flavorful dressing or dip.
Keywords: Baked Cod, Coconut Lemon Sauce, Healthy Fish Recipe, Gluten Free, Easy Dinner, Seafood
