Coconut Crusted Baked Cod
If you are looking for a reliable seafood recipe, this Coconut Crusted Baked Cod is one to keep: 9 ingredients, 5 simple steps, ready in roughly under an hour. A hot pan and a little patience give you the kind of colour and texture that makes this dish. Read through the tips before you start — a couple of small details go a long way with this one.
- Serves 5
- Level Easy
Ingredients
- ½ cup Coconut Milk
- 1 tbsp Reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 tbsp Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp Chopped Ginger, minced
- 1 tbsp Black Pepper
- 5 Ea. (15 ounces) cod fillets
- 1 tbsp Mint
- 1 tbsp Coconut Flakes, lightly toasted
Method
- In a bowl, combine coconut milk, soy sauce, sesame oil, pepper flakes, ginger, and pepper.
- Marinate cod in this mixture for 15 minutes.
- Place fillets on an oiled baking pan.
- Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes or until flaky.
- Garnish with coconut flakes and fresh mint.
Tips for the best Coconut Crusted Baked Cod
- Preheat the oven fully before anything goes in — a cold start changes the texture.
- Taste as you go. Seasoning at the end is fine, but adjusting halfway through gives a more balanced result.
- Do not crowd the pan. Cook in batches if needed so everything browns instead of steaming.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
Variations
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
- Individual portions: divide into ramekins or a muffin tin and reduce the baking time by about a third.
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
Serving ideas
Finish with fresh herbs and serve family-style in the middle of the table.
Storage
Best eaten fresh. Leftovers keep covered in the fridge for 2 days; reheat in a hot pan or oven rather than the microwave to bring the crispness back.
Frequently asked questions
How many people does this Coconut Crusted Baked Cod recipe serve?
As written it serves 5. The quantities scale up or down in a straight line, so double everything for 5×2.
Can I make Coconut Crusted Baked Cod ahead of time?
Yes. It actually improves after a few hours, so make it earlier in the day and reheat gently before serving.
What can I substitute for coconut milk?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Is this Coconut Crusted Baked Cod recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 9 ingredients and 5 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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