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A golden, flaky baked cod fillet topped with a vibrant lemon coconut cream sauce, garnished with fresh herbs on a rustic white plate, surrounded by slices of lemon and coconut flakes, with a softly blurred wooden table background.

Flaky Baked Cod with Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce

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A delicious baked cod fillet topped with a creamy coconut lemon sauce, perfect for a healthy dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 cod fillets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro), for garnish
  • Coconut flakes, optional for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Season cod fillets with salt and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil.
  3. Bake for 15-20 minutes until flaky and cooked through.
  4. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine coconut milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and garlic. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Serve the baked cod topped with the coconut lemon sauce and garnish with herbs and coconut flakes.

Notes

  • Ensure not to overcook the fish to keep it flaky.
  • You can add a pinch of chili flakes for extra heat.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Bake and simmer
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 250 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg