🐟 Coconut Curry Baked Cod
Ingredients:
4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
1 tbsp olive oil (or coconut oil)
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
2 tbsp red curry paste (or yellow for a milder flavor)
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk (full-fat for richness)
1 tbsp fish sauce (optional, for depth)
1 tbsp lime juice (plus extra for serving)
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp paprika
Salt & pepper, to taste
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Cooked rice or naan bread, for serving
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Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Make the sauce:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add onion and sauté until soft (3–4 minutes).
Stir in garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute.
Add curry paste, turmeric, and paprika. Stir until fragrant.
Pour in coconut milk, fish sauce (if using), and lime juice. Simmer 5 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt & pepper.
3. Assemble:
Place cod fillets in a lightly greased baking dish.
Pour the coconut curry sauce over the fish.
4. Bake:
Cover with foil and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until cod flakes easily with a fork.
5. Serve:
Spoon sauce over cod, garnish with cilantro, and serve with rice or naan.
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✨ Tip: You can also add veggies (like spinach, bell peppers, or zucchini) into the sauce before baking for a one-pan meal.