Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce for a Quick Feast

A quick and healthy recipe for Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce that packs vibrant flavors.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 pieces

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Tropical

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Fish

4 fillets Cod fresh or frozen (thaw if frozen)
2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional

For the Coconut Lemon Sauce

1 can Coconut Milk light coconut milk for lower calorie option
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh is best
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest prefer fresh over dried
2 cloves Garlic minced
1 teaspoon Ginger fresh, grated

For Garnishing

2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped
2 slices Lemon

Equipment

Oven
baking dish
Mixing Bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Grease a medium-sized baking dish with olive oil.
Place cod fillets in the greased baking dish, then season with olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and ginger.
Pour sauce over the seasoned cod fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cod flakes easily with a fork.
Garnish with parsley and lemon slices, then let rest for a couple of minutes.
Serve warm, optionally with steamed rice or a fresh salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best taste. Customize with veggies like spinach for added nutrition.

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