Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce Recipe
This recipe features tender baked cod fillets smothered in a rich and aromatic coconut lemon cream sauce, offering a delightful combination of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors perfect for a wholesome meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Not explicitly mentioned; estimated for the given cod amount (21 oz fillets)
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Estimated: Fusion / Modern International
- Diet: Gluten Free, Halal, Low Lactose, Low Salt
Ingredients
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For the cod:
- Salt and black pepper
- 21 oz cod fillets
For the cream sauce:
- 1 medium onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 garlic cloves (crushed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated for best flavor)
- 1.2 cups coconut milk (full-fat for richness)
- 1 large lemon (juice and zest)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the Oven Start by preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F). This ensures that the oven is ready for baking the cod once the sauce is prepared.
- Step 2: Season the Cod 21 oz / 600 grams of cod fillets Salt and black pepper, to taste Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper to taste. Make sure each fillet is evenly coated with the seasoning to enhance the flavor of the fish.
- Step 3: Prepare the Coconut-Lemon Cream Sauce 2 tablespoons of olive oil 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger 2 crushed garlic cloves 1.2 cups / 300 milliliters of coconut milk 1 large organic lemon (juice and zest) In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely sliced onion and sauté until it becomes translucent. Stir in the grated ginger and crushed garlic, cooking for an additional minute until the aroma is released. Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the zest and juice of the lemon to the coconut milk mixture, stirring well to combine the flavors.
- Step 4: Assemble and Bake the Dish Place the seasoned cod fillets in a baking dish, arranging them in a single layer. Pour the prepared coconut-lemon cream sauce over the top of the cod fillets, ensuring they are well covered. Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. The cod is ready when it is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 5: Serve and Enjoy Once the cod is done baking, remove it from the oven. Serve the baked cod with the rich sauce drizzled over the top. Enjoy your delicious and aromatic lemon-coconut baked cod, perhaps with a side of rice or vegetables to complete the meal.