Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce for a Tropical Delight

Delight in this quick and healthy Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce, perfect for a tropical meal 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: Tropical

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Baked Cod

4 fillets Cod Opt for thick, white fillets for the best texture
1 teaspoon Salt Season generously
1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked for a kick

For the Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce

1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing
1 medium Onion Diced, sauté until translucent
2 cloves Garlic Minced
1 teaspoon Ginger Freshly grated
1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat for richness
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
1 teaspoon Lemon Zest For concentrated flavor

Equipment

Oven
Skillet
baking dish
Measuring Spoons
Knife
Cutting Board

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease your baking dish.
Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
In a medium-sized skillet, heat olive oil and sauté the diced onion until translucent.
Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1–2 minutes.
Pour in coconut milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest; let simmer for 5 minutes.
Place the seasoned cod in the baking dish, pour the coconut lemon sauce over the cod.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cod is opaque and flakes easily.
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 720mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This meal can be paired with sides like sautéed green beans or crispy quinoa salad.

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