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Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce Recipe

Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce Recipe

5.1 from 15 reviews

Delight in the flavors of this Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce recipe, where succulent cod fillets are baked to perfection in a luscious sauce infused with the bright zest of lemon and creamy coconut milk. A simple yet elegant dish that will elevate your weeknight dinner game!

Ingredients

Scale

For the cod:

  • 21 oz / 600 grams of cod fillets
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the cream sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 crushed garlic cloves
  • 1.2 cups / 300 milliliters of coconut milk
  • 1 large organic lemon (juice and zest)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the Oven

    Start by preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F). This ensures that the oven is ready for baking the cod once the sauce is prepared.

  2. Step 2: Season the Cod

    Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper to taste. Make sure each fillet is evenly coated with the seasoning to enhance the flavor of the fish.

  3. Step 3: Prepare the Coconut-Lemon Cream Sauce

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in ginger and garlic, then pour in the coconut milk. Add lemon zest and juice, stirring well.

  4. Step 4: Assemble and Bake the Dish

    Place seasoned cod fillets in a baking dish, pour the coconut-lemon cream sauce over them. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cod is cooked through.

  5. Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

    Remove the baked cod from the oven, drizzle with sauce, and serve hot. Enjoy with rice or vegetables.

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    Keywords: baked cod, coconut lemon cream sauce, seafood recipe, easy dinner idea