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Baked Cod in Creamy Coconut Lemon Sauce

Baked Cod in Creamy Coconut Lemon Sauce for a Tropical Feast

Enjoy a comforting and tropical Baked Cod in Creamy Coconut Lemon Sauce that's gluten-free and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood, Tropical
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod or substitute with haddock, tilapia, or snapper
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Coconut Cream or use coconut milk for a lighter sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper freshly cracked
Optional Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs like cilantro or parsley

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with oil or cooking spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine coconut cream, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. Place cod fillets in the greased baking dish and pour the creamy sauce over them.
  4. Bake for 25 minutes, checking around the 20-minute mark for doneness.
  5. Garnish with freshly chopped herbs before serving. Serve warm with favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best texture, ensure cod is completely thawed before baking. Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor.

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