Description
This Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce is a delightful, quick-to-make dinner packed with bright lemon, creamy coconut milk, and tender cod fillets. A perfect blend of zesty, rich, and light flavors, ideal for weeknights or elegant entertaining. Great for those on a gluten-free or dairy-free diet!
Ingredients
4 cod fillets
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon zest
3 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh
Optional garnish: chopped parsley, lemon slices
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat cod dry and season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, sear cod 2 minutes per side.
In a bowl, mix coconut milk, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and thyme.
Pour the sauce into a baking dish, place cod on top.
Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes until cod flakes easily with a fork.
Garnish and serve warm.
Notes
Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
Add chili flakes if you like a spicy kick.
Can substitute cod with halibut, haddock, or tilapia.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Seafood, Gluten-Free
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion (Tropical, Western)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet with sauce
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1.5g
- Sodium: 310mg