Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce

Flaky cod baked in a creamy, zesty coconut-lemon sauce

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Tropical-Inspired, Gluten-Free

Description:
This flavorful dish combines tender, flaky cod with a rich coconut lemon cream sauce infused with garlic, ginger, and citrus. It’s a quick, healthy dinner option that feels both light and indulgent—perfect for busy weeknights or a special occasion.

Ingredients

• 4 cod fillets
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger (optional)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for slurry)
• Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish and place the cod fillets inside. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
2. Prepare the sauce:
   In a saucepan over medium heat, combine coconut milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and ginger (if using). Bring to a gentle simmer.
3. Thicken the sauce:
   Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly—about 2–3 minutes.
4. Bake the cod:
   Pour the warm sauce over the cod in the baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
5. Garnish and serve:
   Top with fresh parsley or cilantro. Serve hot with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables.

Notes

• Best flavor tip: Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the brightest taste.
• Pairing ideas: Excellent served over jasmine rice, cauliflower rice, or sautéed greens.
• Spicy twist: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a bit of heat.

Nutrition (Per Serving)

Calories: 320
Protein: Approx. 25g
Fat: Approx. 20g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 6g
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 280mg

Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce

• Author: baking
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x

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Description

This flavorful dish combines tender, flaky cod with a rich coconut lemon cream sauce infused with garlic, ginger, and citrus. It’s a quick, healthy dinner option that feels both light and indulgent—perfect for busy weeknights or a special occasion.

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Ingredients

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• 4 cod fillets

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk

• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tablespoon grated ginger (optional)

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for slurry)

• Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish

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Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish and place the cod fillets inside. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

• Prepare the sauce:
  In a saucepan over medium heat, combine coconut milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and ginger (if using). Bring to a gentle simmer.

• Thicken the sauce:
  Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly—about 2–3 minutes.

• Bake the cod:
  Pour the warm sauce over the cod in the baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

 

• Garnish and serve:
  Top with fresh parsley or cilantro. Serve hot with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables.

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Notes

• Best flavor tip: Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the brightest taste.

• Pairing ideas: Excellent served over jasmine rice, cauliflower rice, or sautéed greens.

 

• Spicy twist: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a bit of heat.