Fish Baked in Coconut Milk

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2 pounds thick fish fillets or steaks, halibut, cod or salmon

4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

2 cups finely chopped onion

1/4 cup vegetable oil

2 teaspoons minced garlic

2 teaspoons minced ginger

1 teaspoon minced green chile, serrano, Thai or jalapeno

1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes

Spice mixture:

6 teaspoons ground coriander

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper, cayenne

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric

1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, coarsely ground with mortar and pestle

1 1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk

1/4 cup chopped cilantro, for garnish