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Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Sauce

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A light and creamy baked cod dish featuring a velvety coconut milk and fresh lemon sauce, perfect for quick and flavorful dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each), fresh or thawed if frozen
  • 1 can (13.5 oz / 400 ml) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 large lemon, juiced and zested
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
  • 1 small chili pepper, sliced (optional)
  • Steamed jasmine rice or cauliflower rice (optional, for serving)
  • Steamed or roasted vegetables like broccoli or snap peas (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease your baking dish with olive or coconut oil.
  2. In a small sauté pan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Pour the sautéed garlic and ginger into a bowl with the coconut milk. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  4. Place the cod fillets in the baking dish. Season them lightly with salt and pepper.
  5. Pour the coconut lemon sauce evenly over the fillets, making sure they’re mostly covered. Add sliced chili pepper on top if desired.
  6. Bake uncovered for 18-22 minutes, depending on thickness, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. For very thick fillets, bake an additional 3-5 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle chopped cilantro or parsley over the fish before serving.
  8. Serve warm alongside steamed jasmine rice or your favorite vegetables.

Notes

Do not overbake the cod to keep it moist and flaky. Sauté garlic and ginger first to mellow flavors. Use fresh lemon juice and zest for best brightness. Let fish rest a few minutes after baking. For creamier sauce, stir in a spoonful of Greek yogurt off heat if dairy is acceptable. Experiment with herbs like cilantro, parsley, dill, or tarragon. Sauce can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to one day.

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