Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream for a Quick Tropical Delight

This Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream is a quick and healthy gluten-free dish that transports you to the tropics.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Seafood, Tropical

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cod

4 fillets Cod Fillets Choose fresh or frozen.
1 tsp Salt Essential for seasoning.
1 tsp Pepper Add according to taste.

For the Sauce

1 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing.
1 medium Onion Chopped.
3 cloves Garlic Minced.
1 tbsp Ginger Grated or ground.
1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat for creaminess.
2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
1 tbsp Lemon Zest For intense flavor.

Equipment

Oven
skillet
Baking dish
Measuring Cups
Measuring Spoons
knife
cutting board

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper.
In a skillet, heat olive oil, then sauté chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and grated ginger.
Pour in coconut milk, lemon juice, and zest. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
Transfer seasoned cod to a baking dish and pour the sauce over.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cod flakes easily.
Let it sit, then garnish with cilantro or parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh cod fillets and check for doneness at 20 minutes. Adjust seasonings to taste.

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