Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce Recipe
This Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce recipe features tender, flaky cod fillets baked in a rich and creamy coconut milk sauce infused with fresh lemon juice, zest, sautéed onions, garlic, and ginger. It’s a flavorful, comforting dish that’s simple to prepare, combining the delicate taste of cod with the tropical creaminess of coconut and zesty brightness from lemon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion (Seafood, Tropical)
Ingredients
Scale
Fish
- 4 thick cod fillets
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Sauté Base
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
Sauce
- 1 can (about 400 ml) full-fat coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the cod evenly.
- Season Cod: Generously sprinkle salt and pepper evenly over both sides of the cod fillets to enhance their natural flavor.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Then add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant and aromatic.
- Prepare Sauce: Pour in the coconut milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest into the skillet with the sautéed aromatics. Stir well and let the mixture simmer gently for a few minutes to meld the flavors together and slightly thicken the sauce.
- Assemble Dish: Place the seasoned cod fillets in a baking dish. Carefully pour the warm coconut lemon cream sauce evenly over the fillets, ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake Cod: Bake the cod in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork, indicating it is fully cooked and tender.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer, creamier sauce.
- Adjust lemon juice and zest to taste for more or less acidity.
- Serve with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- Check fish for doneness early if fillets are thinner to avoid overcooking.
- Fresh ginger can be substituted with ground ginger in a pinch, but fresh is preferred for flavor.
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