Description
A delightful creamy cod dish featuring a rich coconut lemon sauce, perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- Fresh Cod fillets
- 1 can of full-fat Coconut Milk
- 1 Fresh Lemon (zest and juice)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- Fresh Cilantro or Parsley (for garnish)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
- Olive Oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Chop garlic and zest the lemon, setting them aside.
- Sauté the Cod: In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season the cod and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in coconut milk and stir to combine.
- Add Lemon Flavor: Incorporate lemon zest and juice into the sauce, adding a pinch of salt, and let simmer for a few minutes.
- Return the Cod: Nestle the cod back into the sauce and simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Notes
Serve with jasmine rice or coconut rice to soak up the sauce. Fresh salad or steamed vegetables complement the dish well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cod, coconut milk, lemon sauce, creamy, seafood, family recipe, easy dinner