Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
- Lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- If using frozen cod, thaw completely before cooking.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Warm olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté about 1 minute until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Stir in curry powder, turmeric, ground ginger, and chili powder (if using) and cook 1–2 minutes to bloom the spices.
- Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in lime juice, salt, pepper, and honey (optional).
- Simmer the sauce, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Pat cod fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Arrange the fillets in a single layer in a baking dish without crowding.
- Pour the coconut curry sauce evenly over the fillets, coating each piece.
- Bake 20–25 minutes or until the cod flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped cilantro or parsley (optional).
Notes
Adjust the chili powder amount to control heat level., Serve over rice, quinoa, or alongside roasted or steamed vegetables for a complete meal., Use fresh cod for best texture; thaw frozen cod completely before use., Can substitute cod with other white fish, salmon, shrimp, or tofu for variations., Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days; freeze sauce and fish separately for longer storage., Reheat leftovers gently over low heat to maintain fish tenderness., Add vegetables like bell peppers, spinach, or peas to the sauce for added nutrition and color., Use light coconut milk for a less rich sauce, noting it will be less creamy., Try adding toasted coconut flakes or a sweetener like brown sugar for flavor twists.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet with sauce
- Calories: Approximately 350 calories per serving
- Fat: Approximately 18 grams per serving
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 10 grams per serving
- Protein: About 35 grams per serving