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Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce for Busy Weeknights Recipe

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This Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce is a simple, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender white cod fillets are baked to perfection and served with a creamy, zesty coconut lemon sauce that combines aromatic sautéed onions, garlic, and ginger for a quick yet impressive meal.

Ingredients

For the Cod

  • 4 fillets thick white cod fillets
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper

For the Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 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

  1. Prepare the Cod: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Pat the cod fillets dry and season both sides evenly with salt and pepper.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Make Sauce: Pour in the full-fat coconut milk, then stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and lemon zest. Simmer the sauce gently for 3-5 minutes to blend the flavors and slightly thicken.
  4. Bake Cod: Arrange the seasoned cod fillets in a baking dish. Pour the coconut lemon cream sauce evenly over the fish. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Serve: Carefully spoon some of the sauce over each fillet when serving to enjoy the creamy, zesty flavors alongside the flaky cod.

Notes

  • Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer sauce and better consistency.
  • The cod fillets should be thick to avoid overcooking during baking; thinner fillets may require less bake time.
  • Fresh lemon juice and zest provide the best brightness; avoid bottled lemon juice if possible.
  • Ginger adds a lovely warmth to the sauce but can be adjusted or omitted to suit taste preferences.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.

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