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Coconut Curry Baked Cod

Tender, flaky cod baked in a creamy, aromatic coconut curry sauce. A healthy, flavorful 30-minute weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian Inspired, Fusion
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 (6-ounce) cod fillets about 1-1.5 inches thick, skinless
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion finely diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2-3 tbsp yellow or red curry paste
  • 1 (13.5-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 medium red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
Spices & Seasoning
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 0.5 tsp ground coriander
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For Garnish
  • Fresh cilantro roughly chopped
  • Green onion thinly sliced
  • Lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Large Oven-Safe Skillet or 9x13 Baking Dish
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Measuring Spoons/Cups

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat cod fillets dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, 4-5 mins.
  3. Add garlic and ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in curry paste, turmeric, coriander, and pepper flakes; cook 1 more minute.
  4. Pour in coconut milk and add sliced bell pepper. Stir well, bring to a gentle simmer, then remove from heat. Season sauce with salt and pepper.
  5. Nestle the seasoned cod fillets into the sauce in the skillet.
  6. Transfer skillet to the preheated oven. Bake, uncovered, for 12-15 minutes, until cod flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Remove from oven and drizzle with fresh lime juice.
  8. Garnish with cilantro and green onion. Serve immediately with lime wedges and rice or bread.

Notes

Do not overcook the cod. Check at the 10-minute mark for thinner fillets. For a thicker sauce, remove cooked fish and simmer sauce on stovetop for 3-5 minutes. Halibut or haddock can be substituted for cod.