Ginger Soy Glazed Miso Cod
**Ginger Soy Glazed Miso Cod** This simple yet flavorful dish is a perfect weeknight meal. The cod is marinated in a sweet and savory miso glaze, then baked until flaky and tender. The result is a delicious and healthy meal that will please everyone at the table. **Ingredients**: * 4 cod fillets * 3 tbsp white miso paste * 2 tbsp soy sauce * 1 tbsp grated ginger * 2 cloves garlic, minced * 1 tbsp honey * 1 tbsp sesame oil * Green onions, thinly sliced for garnish * Sesame seeds, for garnish **Instructions**: 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). 2. In a small bowl, whisk together the miso paste, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, honey, and sesame oil. 3. Place the cod fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. 4. Brush the miso mixture over the cod fillets, making sure to coat them evenly. 5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cod is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. 6. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
**The Backstory** This recipe was inspired by a dish I had at a Japanese restaurant a few years ago. The cod was so tender and flavorful, and the miso glaze was the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I knew I had to try to recreate it at home. After some experimenting, I came up with this recipe. It's not an exact replica of the dish I had at the restaurant, but it's pretty close. And it's so easy to make, it's become a regular in my weeknight dinner rotation. **Why It Works** * The miso paste adds a rich, umami flavor to the cod. * The soy sauce adds a salty, savory flavor. * The ginger and garlic add a bit of heat and complexity. * The honey adds a touch of sweetness. * The sesame oil adds a nutty flavor and helps to keep the cod moist. All of these flavors come together to create a delicious and satisfying dish that's sure to please everyone at the table.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 4 cod fillets
  • 3 tbsp white miso paste
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • Green onions, thinly sliced for garnish
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the miso paste, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, honey, and sesame oil.
  3. Place the cod fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Brush the miso mixture over the cod fillets, making sure to coat them evenly.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cod is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Why It Works
  • The miso paste adds a rich, umami flavor to the cod.
  • The soy sauce adds a salty, savory flavor.
  • The ginger and garlic add a bit of heat and complexity.
  • The honey adds a touch of sweetness.
  • The sesame oil adds a nutty flavor and helps to keep the cod moist.