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Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce

Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce for a Cozy Dinner

Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce combines flaky cod fillets with a creamy sauce for an easy, delicious dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Fresh Cod Fillets Choose firm fillets.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For greasing the baking dish.
  • to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for enhancing flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Opt for full-fat for richness.
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Cream Use the thick part from chilled coconut milk.
  • 2 Fresh Lemons Juice and zest needed.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced for flavor depth.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste.
For Garnishing
  • to taste Fresh Parsley or Cilantro For garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  3. Place fresh cod fillets in the prepared baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Whisk together coconut milk, coconut cream, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
  5. Pour the coconut lemon sauce evenly over the cod fillets.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cod flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best results and feel free to experiment with herbs for garnish.

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