Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce
Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce is a tropical delight that transforms your dinner table into a culinary paradise. This dish features flaky cod fillets enveloped in a luscious coconut lemon cream sauce, creating a harmonious blend of rich and zesty flavors. Perfect for cozy weeknights or special gatherings, it pairs beautifully with jasmine rice or steamed vegetables, making every bite an unforgettable experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Rinse and pat dry the cod fillets; season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in coconut milk, lemon juice, and zest; simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Place cod in the baking dish and pour the sauce over. Cover with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes or until fish flakes easily.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg