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Baked cod fillets drizzled with coconut lemon cream sauce on a plate

Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce

A quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring tender cod fillets in a creamy coconut lemon sauce, perfect for impressing family and friends.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood, Tropical
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 large lemon (zest and juice)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika until well combined.
  3. Place the cod fillets in a baking dish and pour the coconut lemon cream sauce over them, ensuring the fillets are well coated.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving and enjoy!

Notes

Enjoy with steamed jasmine rice or quinoa. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days.
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