Description
Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce for Busy Weeknights is the perfect solution for quick, flavorful dinners that transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. This dish features succulent cod fillets baked in a creamy coconut milk sauce infused with zesty lemon and aromatic spices. With minimal prep time and just one skillet required, you can have a nourishing meal on the table in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining friends, this versatile recipe can be paired with various sides, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Enjoy a delightful blend of flavors while keeping your weeknight routine stress-free!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick cod fillets
- 1 can full-fat coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season cod fillets with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for another minute.
- Stir in coconut milk, lemon juice, and zest; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Place seasoned cod into the sauce, ensuring they are submerged. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (130g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg