Miso Glazed Black Cod: A Decadent Seafood Treat at Home

Discover the rich flavors of Miso Glazed Black Cod, an easy yet luxurious dish that delights the taste buds.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Marination Time 30

Total Time 55

Servings: 2 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Marinade

1 cup White Miso Opt for gluten-free miso if necessary.
2 tablespoons Sake Can substitute with dry sherry or white wine.
2 tablespoons Mirin Can replace with sugar and water if unavailable.
2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Honey or another sweetener can be used.

For the Fish

2 fillets Black Cod Fillets Can substitute with Chilean sea bass or salmon.
1 tablespoon Oil Use a neutral oil like canola or vegetable oil.

For the Vegetables

1 bunch Baby Bok Choy Regular bok choy can be used.
1 cup Shiitake Mushrooms Feel free to substitute with other mushroom varieties.
2 cloves Garlic Adjust the amount to taste.
1 cup Dashi or Broth Vegetable broth can be a lighter substitute.
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or Tamari Tamari is gluten-free.
1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil Standard sesame oil can be used.

Equipment

medium saucepan
Spacious sealed container
Baking Sheet
Parchment paper
large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Miso Glazed Black Cod

Prepare Marinade: In a medium saucepan, combine white miso, sake, mirin, and brown sugar. Heat over medium for 5 minutes until smooth. Remove from heat and cool.
Marinate Fish: Place black cod fillets in a container, pour in marinade, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Bake Fish: Preheat oven to 400°F, line a baking sheet with parchment, place fillets on it, and bake for 8-10 minutes until opaque.
Broil Fish: Turn oven to broil and broil for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Prepare Vegetables: Heat oil in a skillet, add bok choy stems and shiitake mushrooms, cooking for 2-3 minutes. Stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
Finish Vegetables: Add bok choy leaves, dashi, and soy sauce to skillet, simmer until leaves wilt. Drizzle with toasted sesame oil.
Serve: Plate sautéed vegetables, top with Miso Glazed Black Cod, drizzle with reserved marinade, and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For stunning plating, drizzle reserved marinade over the fish and garnish to complete your experience.

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