Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of this black cod recipe, where tender, buttery fish meets a delightful sweet and savory glaze. Perfect for any occasion, whether you want to impress guests or enjoy a comforting weeknight dinner, this dish is sure to elevate your culinary experience. With minimal prep and cooking time, you can savor the rich, umami goodness of black cod that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (6 oz) black cod fillets
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp sake (or dry white wine)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (dark preferred)
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 green onions, finely chopped (for garnish)
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, miso paste, sake, brown sugar, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Place black cod fillets in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange marinated fish skin-side down on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until flaky and slightly caramelized.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and lemon zest before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 black cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
