Description
Miso Glazed Black Cod is a restaurant-quality dish that combines the rich, buttery texture of black cod with a sweet, salty, and savory miso glaze. Effortlessly elegant and quick to prepare, this dish offers a perfectly tender, flavorful experience enhanced by deep umami notes. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids and naturally gluten-free, it’s ideal for both casual dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Fish
- Black cod fillets (fresh or thawed, firm, mild flesh) – 4 fillets (about 6 ounces each)
Miso Glaze
- White miso paste – 1/4 cup
- Mirin – 2 tablespoons
- Sake – 2 tablespoons
- Sugar – 2 tablespoons
Cooking
- Vegetable or canola oil – 1 teaspoon (for lightly oiling the baking sheet)
Instructions
- Prepare the Miso Marinade: Combine white miso paste, mirin, sake, and sugar in a small bowl until smooth and well blended. This marinade forms the flavorful base for the dish.
- Marinate the Fish: Pat the black cod fillets dry. Generously coat each fillet with the prepared miso marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to deeply penetrate the fish.
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to fully preheat while preparing the fish for cooking.
- Cook the Fish: Lightly oil a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper. Place the marinated cod fillets skin-side down on the sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the fish flakes easily and the glaze is caramelized and bubbly on top.
- Broil for a Perfect Finish: Switch the oven to broil and cook the fish for an additional 2 to 3 minutes to develop a golden, caramelized crust. Watch closely to avoid burning.
Notes
- Choose high-quality black cod for the best texture and flavor.
- For more pronounced flavor and tender texture, marinate the fish up to 24 hours.
- Do not skip the broil step — it creates the signature caramelized glaze finish.
- Using a wire rack while baking promotes even cooking and prevents sogginess.
- Oven temperatures may vary; monitor the cooking closely to avoid overcooking or burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 2 to 24 hours marinating)
- Cook Time: 12 to 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (about 6 ounces)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Miso glaze, black cod, seafood, Japanese recipe, baked fish, umami, easy dinner, healthy, omega-3
