Flaky Cod With Ginger Soy Glaze
A quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring tender cod fillets glazed with a delicious ginger soy sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb cod fillets Fresh is best, but frozen works too.
- 2 tbsp soy sauce Low-sodium preferred.
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar.
- 1 tbsp honey Wildflower honey is great for flavor.
- 1 tbsp brown sugar For caramelization.
- 1 tsp sesame oil Enhances flavor with a nutty aroma.
- 1 inch ginger root, grated Fresh ginger is essential.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Always use fresh.
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil Any neutral oil will work.
- 2 pieces green onions, sliced For garnish.
- 1 tsp sesame seeds Optional, for garnish.
- to taste salt and pepper Season generously.
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Mix the Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, brown sugar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic.
Cook the Cod
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the cod fillets and cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes, until the underside is golden brown.
- Flip the cod gently, pour the ginger soy glaze over the top, cover, and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Serve
- Remove the cod with a slotted spatula and transfer it to a serving plate. Spoon any remaining glaze over the top and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
Tips include using fresh fish, monitoring heat levels, and avoiding overcooking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g
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