Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce, a perfect blend of comfort and lightness. This dish features tender cod fillets enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce made from coconut milk, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic ginger. It’s an ideal choice for family dinners or special occasions, offering a nutritious yet satisfying meal that everyone will love. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, you can create an elegant seafood dish that impresses without the fuss. Serve it over rice or alongside steamed vegetables for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
- 600 grams cod fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 garlic cloves (crushed)
- 300 milliliters coconut milk
- Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté the sliced onion until translucent.
- Add grated ginger and crushed garlic; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in coconut milk along with lemon juice and zest; stir well.
- Place cod fillets in a baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the cod and bake for about 20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 150g
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the cod in the coconut milk and lemon juice for about 30 minutes before cooking. Experiment with spices like cayenne pepper for some heat. Serve garnished with fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley for extra brightness.