Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce for a Tropical Escape

This Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce is a quick, healthy dish that transports you to a tropical escape in under 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Resting Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Healthy, Tropical

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cod

4 pieces Cod Fillets Thick, glossy fillets for the best results.
1 teaspoon Salt Enhances the natural flavor of the cod.
1 teaspoon Pepper Adds a touch of warmth and seasoning.

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be substituted with avocado oil.
1 medium Onion Sauté until translucent.
2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced for the best flavor.
1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly grated is best.
1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat preferred for richness.
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Adds concentrated citrus aroma.

Equipment

Oven
skillet
baking dish
measuring cups
measuring spoons
Knife
cutting board

Method

Cooking Instructions

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
Sauté the chopped onion in olive oil for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Pour in coconut milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest; let simmer for about 5 minutes.
Pour sauce over the seasoned cod in a baking dish.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, until cod flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce is adaptable; feel free to include your choice of vegetables.

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