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Coconut Curry Baked Cod

A tender, flaky cod baked in a rich, creamy coconut curry sauce with garlic, ginger, lime, and fresh herbs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Asian Fusion, Thai-Inspired
Calories: 310

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cod fillets 6 oz each
  • 13.5 oz full-fat coconut milk 1 can
  • 2-3 tbsp red curry paste
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice fresh
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 0.5 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • fresh cilantro for garnish
  • lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Pat cod fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together coconut milk, red curry paste, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar.
  4. Arrange cod fillets in the baking dish and pour the sauce over the top.
  5. Bake for 16–20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For extra heat, add sliced red chili or a teaspoon of chili flakes. Serve over rice for best results.