Description
A delightful and healthy baked cod dish with a creamy coconut lemon sauce. Perfect for impressing family or guests with its fresh flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in coconut milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place cod fillets in a baking dish and pour the coconut lemon sauce over them.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cod is flaky and cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, include red pepper flakes or fresh herbs like thyme or dill in the sauce. Ensure the cod is not overcooked to maintain moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: baked cod, coconut sauce, lemon sauce, gluten-free fish recipe, healthy seafood