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Flavorful Coconut Curry Baked Cod – Quick & Healthy

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This Coconut Curry Baked Cod is a delightful weeknight dinner that combines flaky cod fillets with a rich, aromatic coconut curry sauce. It’s healthy, satisfying, and incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy evenings.

Ingredients

  • Cod Fillets
  • Full-Fat Coconut Milk
  • Red Curry Paste
  • Fresh Ginger
  • Garlic
  • Shallots
  • Fresh Lime Juice
  • Fish Sauce
  • Bell Peppers
  • Spinach
  • Cherry Tomatoes
  • Salt
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • Cooking Oil
  • Brown Sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold your cod fillets in a single layer.
  2. Thoroughly pat your cod fillets dry with paper towels, season both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and set aside.
  3. In a medium saucepan or deep skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil over medium heat. Add the finely diced shallots and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the red curry paste to the pan with the aromatics and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes to bloom the spices.
  5. Pour in the full-fat coconut milk, stirring to combine with the curry paste. Stir in the fish sauce and add brown sugar if desired. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 5-7 minutes. If using bell peppers or cherry tomatoes, stir them into the sauce during this stage.
  6. Carefully arrange the seasoned cod fillets in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Pour the warm coconut curry sauce evenly over the cod.
  7. Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for approximately 12-18 minutes, depending on the thickness of your cod fillets. The fish is done when opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork. If adding fresh spinach, stir it into the sauce around the cod for the last 2-3 minutes of baking.
  8. Remove the dish from the oven and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top of the curry. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve immediately with fluffy jasmine rice, brown rice, quinoa, or steamed greens.

Nutrition

Keywords: Avoid overcooking the cod to maintain its flaky texture. Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of red curry paste. This dish pairs well with jasmine rice or steamed greens.

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