Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Sauce: A Tropical Delight for Your Table
A healthy, flavorful dish featuring tender baked cod simmered in a rich coconut lemon sauce, bursting with fresh herbs and zesty brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) of full-fat coconut milk
- Juice and zest of 2 lemons
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Optional: 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Optional: 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Optional: 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Optional: 1/4 cup sliced green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat cod fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix coconut milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and ginger.
- Heat olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Sear cod for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Pour coconut-lemon sauce over cod. Add optional ingredients if using.
- Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, until cod is flaky.
- Remove from oven, garnish with cilantro, and serve immediately.
Notes
Use full-fat coconut milk for the best texture. Don’t overcook the cod—check if it flakes easily with a fork. Marinating the cod in the sauce for 15 minutes before cooking enhances flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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