Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce
Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce is the ultimate seafood dish that combines comfort and lightness, making it perfect for any occasion. The delicate cod fillets are enveloped in a creamy coconut milk sauce infused with zesty lemon and aromatic spices, creating a meal that feels like a warm hug on your plate. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or as an impressive centerpiece for family gatherings. With its simple ingredients and healthy profile, you can enjoy a delicious dinner that satisfies without weighing you down.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 600 grams of cod fillets
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 crushed garlic cloves
- 300 milliliters coconut milk
- Juice and zest of 1 large organic lemon
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté sliced onion until translucent.
- Stir in grated ginger and crushed garlic; cook until fragrant.
- Add coconut milk, lemon juice, and zest. Simmer gently to blend flavors.
- Season cod fillets with salt and black pepper, then place them in a baking dish.
- Pour the sauce over the cod fillets and bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 20 minutes or until flaky.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 250g
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg