Description
Coconut Curry Baked Cod is a delightful fusion of flaky cod fillets enveloped in a creamy, aromatic coconut curry sauce. This easy-to-make dish bursts with flavors from a blend of spices and the subtle sweetness of coconut milk, making it an ideal choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With its impressive presentation garnished with fresh herbs and lime wedges, Coconut Curry Baked Cod transforms any meal into an exotic culinary experience that will leave your guests asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chili powder, lime juice, honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine coconut milk, olive oil, curry powder, turmeric, ginger, and optional chili powder; whisk until smooth.
- Add minced garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Optionally mix in honey.
- Arrange cod fillets in a baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the cod fillets ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake for about 25 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg