Baked Cod in Creamy Coconut Lemon Sauce for a Tropical Escape

This Baked Cod in Creamy Coconut Lemon Sauce is a quick, guilt-free dish that combines flaky cod with a luxurious coconut cream and zesty lemon flavor.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Resting Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Tropical

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cod

4 fillets Cod A lean and flaky fish that becomes wonderfully tender when baked.

For the Sauce

1 cup Coconut Cream Provides a rich, velvety texture; substitute with thickened coconut milk if needed.
2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Brightens up the dish; use fresh for best flavor.
2 cloves Garlic Fresh chopped for maximum flavor.
1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is preferred.

For Garnish

to taste Fresh Herbs Optional, such as parsley or cilantro.

Equipment

Oven
Baking Dish
whisk
Medium bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your baking dish large enough for the cod fillets.
In a medium bowl, combine the coconut cream, lemon juice, chopped garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
Place the cod fillets into the greased baking dish and pour the creamy sauce generously over the fish.
Bake for approximately 25 minutes until the cod flakes easily with a fork.
Garnish with freshly chopped herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh cod and consider marinating it in lemon juice and garlic before baking. This dish pairs well with jasmine rice or salad.

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