Spicy Coconut Curry Cod with Vegetables
Spicy Coconut Curry Cod is a quick and flavorfuldish made with tender baked cod fillets in a rich coconut curry sauce, servedwith fresh vegetables. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the Cod:
- Four cod fillets approximately 6 ounces each.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
For the Coconut Curry Sauce:
- 1 can 14 oz coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons of red curry paste feel free to modify according to your taste.
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce optional
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar or honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 cup of sliced bell peppers any variety
- 1 cup of snap peas or green beans.
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cod: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Rub each fillet with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and lime juice. Set aside.
- Make the Coconut Curry Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, red curry paste, fish sauce (if using), brown sugar, and lime juice. Adjust the curry paste depending on your heat preference.
- Assemble the Dish: In a baking dish, spread the sliced bell peppers and snap peas (or green beans) in an even layer. Pour about half of the coconut curry sauce over the vegetables. Place the seasoned cod fillets on top of the vegetables and pour the remaining sauce over the fish.
- Bake the Cod: Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish and Serve:Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve the cod with a side of jasmine rice or your favorite grain to soak up the delicious sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal
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