Ingredients
– 4 cod fillets (approximately 6 ounces each)
– ¼ cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
– 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped (for garnish)
– Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Creating Ginger Soy Glazed Cod is straightforward if you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, minced ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
2. Marinate the Cod: Place cod fillets in a large resealable bag or shallow dish, and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and let marinate for at least 15 minutes. For more intense flavor, marinate for up to 1 hour in the refrigerator.
3. Preheat the Oven or Skillet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking, or heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat if pan-searing.
4. Cook the Cod: Remove cod from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later. If baking, place the fillets on a greased baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork. If pan-searing, cook for about 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Make the Glaze: In a small saucepan, bring the reserved marinade to a simmer over medium heat. Allow it to thicken for about 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
6. Serve the Cod: Place the cooked cod fillets on a serving platter. Drizzle with the thickened glaze for added flavor and shine.
7. Garnish: Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the top for an extra festive touch.
These simple steps will guide you to create an incredible dish that showcases the best of ginger and soy flavors, enveloping the cod in a deliciously sweet embrace.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 27g