Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce Recipe
A flavorful and creamy baked cod recipe perfect for busy weeknights, featuring tender cod fillets baked in a rich coconut lemon cream sauce with aromatic garlic, ginger, and sautéed onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
Fish
- 4 fillets Cod (thick, white cod fillets)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (for sautéing)
- 1 medium Onion (sauté until translucent)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated)
- 1 can Coconut Milk (full-fat preferred)
- 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) to prepare for baking the cod fillets.
- Season Cod: Generously sprinkle salt and pepper evenly on all sides of the cod fillets to enhance flavor.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Then add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring continuously until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Make Coconut Lemon Sauce: Pour in the full-fat coconut milk, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest into the skillet with the aromatics. Stir well and allow the mixture to simmer gently for 3-5 minutes, letting the flavors meld and slightly thicken the sauce.
- Assemble for Baking: Place the seasoned cod fillets evenly in a baking dish. Pour the warm coconut lemon cream sauce over the fish, ensuring each fillet is well-coated with the sauce.
- Bake Cod: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork, indicating it is fully cooked.
Notes
- Use thick cod fillets for the best texture and even cooking.
- Full-fat coconut milk adds richness, but light coconut milk can be used for a lighter version.
- Fresh lemon juice and zest are key to balancing the creaminess with bright citrus flavor.
- Check the fish at 20 minutes to avoid overcooking; fish continues to cook slightly after removal from the oven.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice, quinoa, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
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