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Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce Recipe

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A flavorful and light baked cod recipe featuring a creamy coconut and lemon sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner. The tender cod fillets are baked to perfection in a tangy and aromatic coconut-lemon cream sauce, making it a delicious and healthy main course.

Ingredients

For the Cod

  • 21 oz cod fillets
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

For the Coconut-Lemon Cream Sauce

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1.2 cups coconut milk
  • 1 large lemon (juice and zest)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) to ensure it’s ready when the sauce is done.
  2. Season the Cod: Season the cod fillets evenly with salt and black pepper to enhance the flavor.
  3. Prepare the Coconut-Lemon Cream Sauce: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in grated ginger and crushed garlic, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant. Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and zest to combine.
  4. Assemble and Bake: Place the seasoned cod fillets in a baking dish. Pour the prepared coconut-lemon cream sauce evenly over the fish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the cod flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Remove the baking dish from the oven carefully. Serve the baked cod topped with the coconut-lemon cream sauce. For a complete meal, pair with steamed rice or roasted vegetables.

Notes

  • Ensure the cod fillets are dry before seasoning for better browning and flavor absorption.
  • You can substitute coconut milk with light coconut milk for a lower fat option.
  • If fresh ginger is unavailable, use 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger as a substitute.
  • Use a baking dish that fits the fillets snugly to keep the sauce concentrated around the fish.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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