Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce for Busy Weeknights Recipe
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A quick and flavorful baked cod recipe featuring tender cod fillets simmered in a rich coconut lemon cream sauce, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
For the Cod
4 fillets cod, thick and white
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
For the Sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, grated
1 can coconut milk, full-fat preferred (about 13.5 oz)
3 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Prepare the Cod: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Season each fillet evenly with 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper on both sides. Set aside.
Make the Sauce: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 tablespoon grated ginger, cooking for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add Coconut Milk and Lemon: Pour in 1 can of full-fat coconut milk, then add 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice and 1 teaspoon lemon zest. Stir well to combine. Let the sauce simmer gently for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly and develop flavor.
Bake the Cod: Spoon some of the coconut lemon sauce into a baking dish to create a thin layer. Place the seasoned cod fillets on top. Pour the remaining sauce evenly over the fillets. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cod flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout.
Serve: Carefully remove the dish from the oven. Spoon extra sauce over the cod if desired and serve immediately with your choice of side dishes such as steamed rice or sautéed vegetables.
Notes
Use thick cod fillets to prevent the fish from drying out during baking.
Full-fat coconut milk gives the sauce a richer, creamier texture.
You can substitute lime juice and zest if lemon is not available.
Serve with steamed jasmine rice or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
For added flavor, garnish with fresh chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.
