Description
A comforting and creamy cod dish enriched with coconut milk and brightened by fresh lemon, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Chop onion, mince garlic, and zest and juice lemons.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, melt butter and sauté onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add Coconut Milk: Pour in coconut milk and simmer gently.
- Incorporate Lemon: Stir in lemon juice and zest, ensuring it’s well combined.
- Cook the Cod: Place cod fillets into the skillet, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until fish is opaque and flakes easily.
- Finishing Touches: Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot over rice or with vegetables.
Notes
Use full-fat coconut milk for the best creamy texture. Pair with fluffy rice or sautéed greens for a well-rounded meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: creamy cod, coconut lemon sauce, easy seafood recipes, family favorite, comfort food