Description
Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce delivers a perfect weeknight seafood solution that whispers tropical comfort right from your kitchen. Fresh cod fillets swim in a silky sauce that balances zesty citrus with rich coconut, creating a simple yet elegant dinner your family will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 cod fillets
Sauce Components:
- 1 cup coconut milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush a baking dish with 1 tablespoon olive oil to prevent your cod from sticking.
- Use paper towels to thoroughly dry 4 cod fillets (6 oz each). Generously season both sides with salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and ½ teaspoon paprika.
- Grab a medium bowl and whisk together 1 cup coconut milk, ½ cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and 2 minced garlic cloves until smooth.
- Arrange your seasoned cod fillets in a single layer within the prepared baking dish. Gently pour the coconut cream sauce over the fish, ensuring each fillet gets covered.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes until your cod easily flakes with a fork and the sauce slightly thickens.
- For a golden surface, switch your oven to broil for 2-3 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning your delicate fish.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley across the top. Serve immediately with your favorite side dish like steamed rice or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality cod for the best flavor and texture in this dish.
- Pat the fish completely dry before seasoning to ensure a crisp exterior when baking.
- For a gluten-free version, replace wheat flour with almond flour or cornstarch when thickening the sauce.
- If coconut milk separates during cooking, whisk gently to recombine and create a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes (plus optional broil)
- Category: Cod
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg