Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce for a Cozy Dinner

Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce is a quick, nutrient-packed weeknight dinner that transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cod

4 fillets Cod Look for thick, firm, glossy fillets.

For the Sauce

to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or use coconut oil for a richer taste.
1 medium Onion Yellow or white varieties are best.
1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Ground ginger can be a substitute.
2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced works best.
1 can Coconut Milk Light coconut milk can be used for lower fat.
juice and zest of 1 Lemon Always use fresh for the best flavor.

Equipment

skillet
baking dish
Oven
measuring spoons
Knife
cutting board

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Season each cod fillet with salt and pepper.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent, then add minced ginger and garlic.
Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer, then add lemon juice and zest.
Transfer the cod fillets into a baking dish and pour the coconut lemon cream sauce over the fish.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cod easily flakes apart.
Serve hot and enjoy with rice or grilled vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fillet with sauceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For a thicker sauce, simmer longer before pouring over the cod. Check for doneness by looking for fish that flakes easily with a fork.

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