Description
A quick, flavorful, and healthy dish featuring fresh cod in a creamy coconut lemon sauce.
Ingredients
- 4 fillets of Cod (thick, white cod fillets)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (for sautéing)
- 1 medium Onion (sauté until translucent)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated)
- 1 can Coconut Milk (full-fat preferred)
- 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the coconut milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld for about 3-4 minutes.
- Place the seasoned cod fillets in a baking dish. Pour the coconut lemon sauce over the fish, making sure they’re well coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the cod is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Notes
Serve hot with steamed rice or a simple green salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian