Miso Glazed Cod

Elevate your seafood game with this restaurant-quality Miso Glazed Cod recipe, a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and umami flavors. Tender cod fillets are marinated in a luscious glaze made from white miso paste, mirin, sake, and a hint of ginger and garlic, then broiled to perfection for a caramelized finish that’s irresistible. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice and sautéed greens, making it a quick yet elegant weeknight dinner option. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for lovers of Asian-inspired cuisine, this miso cod recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (5-6 oz each) Cod fillets
• 3 tablespoons White miso paste
• 2 tablespoons Mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Sake
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (fresh, grated)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic (minced)
• 2 stalks Scallions (sliced, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon White sesame seeds (toasted, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, brown sugar, sake, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic until smooth. This will be your miso glaze.

Step 2

Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Place them in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag. Spoon half of the miso glaze over the fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated. Reserve the remaining glaze for later. Marinate the cod in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes but no longer to avoid over-marinating.

Step 3

Preheat your oven’s broiler and adjust the rack so it is about 6 inches from the broiler element. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Place the marinated cod fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if applicable. Brush a little of the reserved miso glaze over the top of the fillets for extra flavor and caramelization.

Step 5

Broil the cod for 8-10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Keep an eye on it as the glaze can burn quickly under the broiler.

Step 6

Remove the cod from the oven and transfer to serving plates. Garnish with sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds for a burst of color and texture.

Step 7

Serve immediately with steamed rice and a side of sautéed greens or pickled vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	861.9 grams (861.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	952

Total Fat 23.20g	30%
Saturated Fat 3.50g	18%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 292mg	97%
Sodium 2539mg	110%
Total Carbohydrate 39.70g	14%
Dietary Fiber 3.60g	13%
Total Sugars 25.80g
Protein 131.00g	262%

Vitamin D 272IU	1360%
Calcium 174mg	13%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 3114mg	66%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.4%

Protein: 58.8%

Carbs: 17.8%