Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream: A Tropical Delight

This Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream offers a tropical escape in a gluten-free dish, ready in under 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Tropical

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cod

4 fillets Cod Use thick, white cod fillets (1-1.5 inches)
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt To enhance the flavors
1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for seasoning

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
1 medium Onion Diced to build depth of flavor
2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced for optimal aroma
1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh grated for warmth and spice
1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat for richness
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for brightness
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Avoid white pith while zesting

Equipment

Skillet
Baking dish
Oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) for even cooking.
Season both sides of the cod fillets with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add diced onion and sauté until translucent.
Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in coconut milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest, and let simmer for a few minutes.
Lay seasoned cod fillets in a baking dish and pour the sauce over them.
Bake the dish for 20-25 minutes until the cod is opaque and flakes easily.
Remove from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 26gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor and taste the sauce before baking. Let the dish rest before serving for better flavor melding.

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