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Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce

Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce for a Quick Dinner Delight

Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce is a quick and healthy weeknight meal that transforms ordinary evenings into something special.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 pieces Cod Fillets Choose thick, white, firm fillets
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances natural flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adds a subtle kick
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing onions
  • 1 medium Onion Sauté until translucent
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Freshly grated
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Full-fat recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Enhances lemon aroma

Equipment

  • oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. In a skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onions until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Mix in freshly minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring for an additional minute.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk along with fresh lemon juice and lemon zest, and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Place the seasoned cod fillets in a baking dish and pour the coconut-lemon sauce over them.
  7. Transfer to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cod is opaque and flakes easily.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for added flavor.

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