Description
Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce is a tropical delight that elevates your dining experience with its creamy texture and zesty flavor. This dish features tender cod fillets bathed in a luscious coconut lemon sauce, bringing a taste of paradise to your table. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, it pairs beautifully with rice or vegetables, making it a versatile choice for any occasion. Impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make gourmet meal that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley), chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2. In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear cod fillets seasoned with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes until golden brown on both sides.
- 3. In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped herbs.
- 4. Pour the sauce over the seared cod in the skillet.
- 5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the cod flakes easily with a fork.
- 6. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving. Enjoy with rice or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg