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Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A simple yet flavorful baked cod dish featuring a luscious coconut lemon cream sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

  • 4 thick, white cod fillets
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing)
  • 1 medium onion (sauté until translucent)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1 can coconut milk (full-fat preferred)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while you prepare the ingredients.
  2. Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  5. Incorporate the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the coconut milk, followed by the lemon juice and lemon zest. Stir to mix.
  7. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for a few minutes so the flavors meld.
  8. Place the seasoned cod fillets in a baking dish.
  9. Pour the coconut lemon cream sauce over the cod.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cod flakes easily with a fork.

Notes

For added flavor, marinate cod in salt, pepper and lemon juice before cooking. Serve with rice or couscous to soak up the sauce.