Description
Indulge in the tropical flavors of Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce, a delightful dish that brings together the flaky texture of cod with a luscious coconut lemon sauce. This recipe is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes—but also impressively versatile, making it ideal for both casual weeknight dinners and elegant gatherings. The combination of zesty lemon and creamy coconut elevates the cod’s natural flavors, creating a dish that will wow your family or guests. Serve it alongside rice, quinoa, or fresh vegetables for a wholesome meal that is both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika for seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Pat the cod dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, Dijon mustard, cumin, turmeric (if using), and red pepper flakes (if desired).
- Place the seasoned cod in the baking dish and pour the sauce over it.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg