Miso Cod
This easy miso cod recipe is the secret to getting a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth fillet with a perfect savory glaze right at home. Learn my 4 favorite cooking methods, including my top secret air fryer and oven-finish tricks for a flawless restaurant-style crust.
Servings: 1 person
Ingredients
- 250 g black cod fillet or Chilean black cod fillet
- 2½ tablespoons miso
- 2½ tablespoons cooking sake
- 1½ tablespoon mirin
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon oil your preferred oil if you're pan-frying.
Instructions
- Pat the fish dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix the miso, sake, mirin, and sugar until smooth and well combined, with no lumps.
- Transfer the marinade to a zip-top bag or container, reserving some for serving. Add the fish and mix well to coat. Marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat. Pan-fry the fish for 2 minutes, then flip and cook on the other side until cooked through.
- Serve with a bowl of steamed rice and the reserved marinade on the side.
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Notes
For the best results, finish your cod in the oven or air fryer for a perfectly glassy glaze. Check out the "Choosing Your Cooking Method" section in the post for the full breakdown!
Nutrition
Serving: 1person | Calories: 484kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 118mg | Sodium: 2539mg | Potassium: 686mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 52IU | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg