Description
Succulent cod fillets dance with a rich ginger soy glaze, promising a delightful Pacific Northwest seafood experience. Delicate fish meets bold Asian-inspired flavors, inviting you to savor each perfectly balanced, umami-packed bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces / 170 grams each)
Marinade and Glaze Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Cooking and Garnish Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant marinade by combining soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, freshly grated ginger, minced garlic, and optional red pepper flakes in a small mixing bowl.
- Transfer cod fillets into a shallow ceramic dish, ensuring they lay flat and have ample surface area for flavor absorption.
- Drizzle approximately half of the prepared marinade over the fish, gently massaging the liquid into the delicate cod to create an even, glossy coating.
- Seal the dish with plastic wrap and allow the fish to rest in the refrigerator, letting the marinade penetrate the protein for 15-20 minutes.
- While the cod marinates, set aside the remaining marinade to transform into a luscious glaze for the final cooking stage.
- Remove the fish from the refrigerator and let it reach near room temperature, which helps ensure even cooking and prevents the delicate flesh from becoming tough.
- Preheat your cooking surface – whether a grill pan, skillet, or broiler – to medium-high heat, creating an ideal environment for caramelizing the fish’s exterior while maintaining its tender interior.
Notes
- Select fresh, high-quality cod with firm, pearly white flesh for the best texture and flavor.
- Marinate fish briefly to prevent the acid from breaking down delicate protein, keeping the fish tender and moist.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce if watching salt intake, which allows better control of seasoning without compromising taste.
- For gluten-free version, substitute traditional soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to maintain similar umami profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg