Really Sweet Fish

Elevate your weeknight dinner with "Really Sweet Fish," a flavor-packed recipe that harmonizes savory, sweet, and zesty notes for an unforgettable meal. Tender, flaky fish fillets are seared to perfection, then bathed in a luscious glaze made from soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, and fresh ginger. A touch of garlic and a splash of lemon juice brighten the flavors, while optional garnishes like sesame seeds and scallions add a delightful finishing touch. This quick and easy dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside roasted vegetables for a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal at home. Whether you're cooking with cod, tilapia, or salmon, this sweet and savory fish recipe is guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces skinless fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia, or salmon)
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped scallions (optional for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and season them with salt and black pepper on both sides. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, lemon juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined. Set the glaze mixture aside.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the fish fillets to the skillet, skin-side down if using skin-on fillets. Cook for 3-4 minutes without moving them, allowing a nice sear to form.

Step 4

Carefully flip the fish and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side or until the fillets are cooked through and flake easily with a fork. Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 5

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the butter. Once melted, pour in the prepared glaze mixture.

Step 6

Simmer the glaze for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 7

Return the fish fillets to the skillet, spoon the glaze over them generously, and let them heat through for 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Transfer the glazed fish to serving plates, spooning any remaining sauce from the skillet over the top.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately with steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	586.1 grams (586.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1142

Total Fat 54.60g	70%
Saturated Fat 18.80g	94%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 282mg	94%
Sodium 1437mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate 76.60g	28%
Dietary Fiber 1.80g	6%
Total Sugars 70.30g
Protein 90.80g	182%

Vitamin D 1600IU	8000%
Calcium 208mg	16%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 1593mg	34%

*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: 42.3%

Protein: 31.3%

Carbs: 26.4%