Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce Recipe
This Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce is a delicious and easy weeknight meal featuring tender cod fillets baked in a creamy, tangy sauce made with coconut milk, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic ginger and garlic. Perfectly seasoned and oven-baked, it offers a light yet flavorful dish that’s simple to prepare and satisfying for busy evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Fish
- 4 thick white cod fillets
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 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 correct baking temperature while you prepare the ingredients.
- Season Cod: Generously sprinkle salt and pepper evenly over all sides of the cod fillets to enhance their natural flavor.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until it becomes translucent and soft, about 3-4 minutes. Then add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring constantly until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Prepare Sauce: Pour in the coconut milk, then add freshly squeezed lemon juice and lemon zest to the skillet. Stir well and let the sauce simmer gently for 3-5 minutes to meld the flavors and slightly thicken.
- Assemble for Baking: Place the seasoned cod fillets in a baking dish large enough to hold them comfortably. Pour the coconut lemon cream sauce evenly over the fish, ensuring each fillet is well coated.
- Bake Fish: Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven. Bake the cod for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the cod fillets hot with the creamy sauce spooned over the top. This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or vegetables.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer, creamier sauce.
- Fresh lemon juice and zest add vibrant citrus notes; avoid bottled lemon juice for best flavor.
- Check fish doneness by gently flaking with a fork; it should flake easily but remain moist.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste before baking if desired.
- Optional: garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley for added color and freshness.
Keywords: baked cod, coconut lemon cream sauce, easy weeknight dinner, healthy fish recipe, quick baked fish
