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Lemon-Coconut Baked Cod

Bright and flavorful, this Lemon-Coconut Baked Cod dish brings together the creaminess of coconut milk and the zestiness of lemon for a delightful dining experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion, Seafood
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 21 oz cod fillets Use fresh cod for best results.
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1.2 cups coconut milk (full-fat) Full-fat is recommended for creaminess.
  • 1 large lemon (juice and zest) Zest for added flavor.
Seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 180 degrees C (350 degrees F).
  2. Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add onion and sauté until translucent.
  4. Stir in ginger and garlic, cooking for an additional minute.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Add lemon zest and juice, stirring to combine.
Baking
  1. Place seasoned cod in a baking dish.
  2. Pour sauce over cod, and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.

Notes

Serve the cod with the sauce drizzled over, garnished with torn cilantro or Thai basil and lemon wedges. Accompany with steamed jasmine rice, coconut rice, or crusty bread.