Description
Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce is a delightful dish that combines flaky cod with a creamy, zesty sauce made from coconut milk and fresh lemon juice. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, guaranteed to impress your family and friends. With its vibrant colors and aromatic flavors, it’s not just a meal but an experience that brings loved ones together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup coconut cream
- 2 fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Place the cod fillets in the dish, seasoning generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, coconut cream, minced garlic, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the seasoned cod fillets evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with chopped herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet with sauce (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg