Easy Miso Glazed Cod for a Quick and Delicious Dinner

This Easy Miso Glazed Cod recipe delivers a quick and delightful dinner with umami flavors.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Marinating Time 30

Total Time 48

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 240

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cod

4 fillets Cod Choose fresh black or Alaskan cod for best texture.

For the Miso Glaze

¼ cup White Miso Paste Avoid red miso for delicate taste.
2 tablespoons Mirin Sweet rice wine for balance.
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Essential for savory glaze.
1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Provides sweetness and caramelization.
1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Brightens the glaze.

For Garnishing

2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional, adds crunch.
2 tablespoons Green Onions Optional, adds freshness.

Equipment

Saucepan
Baking sheet
Plastic Wrap

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

In a small saucepan, combine white miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. Heat over medium, whisking until smooth and glossy, about 3-5 minutes.
Pat the fresh cod fillets dry with paper towels. Place the cod in a shallow dish and pour the miso glaze over, coating evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Preheat the broiler to high, and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Remove the cod from the marinade, letting excess glaze drip off. Place the fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet. Broil for 6-8 minutes until caramelized and fish flakes easily.
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately with jasmine rice or sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For deeper flavor, consider marinating overnight. Watch the broiler to prevent burning.

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