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Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce

Delicious Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce Recipe

Enjoy this Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce, a quick, healthy dish that’s perfect for weeknights or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod Fillets Substitute with tilapia or halibut if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use melted butter for added richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Consider using white pepper for subtler flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional; adjust according to preference.
For the Coconut Lemon Sauce
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat is best for richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Lime juice can be a wonderful alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Fresh lemons are key to vibrant sauce.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic yields maximum flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh grated ginger is preferred.
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can also use fresh cilantro or basil.
  • 2 slices Lemon Slices Optional but highly recommended.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  3. Place the cod fillets in the greased baking dish and season with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together coconut milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, and grated ginger until combined.
  5. Pour the coconut lemon sauce evenly over the seasoned cod fillets.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cod flakes easily with a fork and is golden hue on edges.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices before serving.
  8. Serve with a generous amount of creamy sauce, paired with rice or a crisp salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust sauce seasoning to your taste before use.

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