Baked Cod with Ginger-Soy Glaze and Sesame Veggies
Flaky cod fillets glazed with a savory ginger-soy sauce, paired with sesame-roasted vegetables for a balanced meal. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 33 minutes pairs (6 oz each) cod fillets, soy sauce, grated ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) cod fillets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 2 cups, chopped broccoli
- 1 cup, sliced thin carrots
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to make the glaze.
- Step 2: Place cod fillets on a lined baking sheet. Brush half of the glaze over the cod, then bake for 12-15 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
- Step 3: While cod cooks, toss broccoli and carrots with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and black pepper on another baking sheet. Roast for 15-18 minutes until tender-crisp, then sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Step 4: Drizzle remaining glaze over the roasted vegetables and serve with the baked cod.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Cod with Ginger-Soy Glaze and Sesame Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 33 minutes (15 min prep + 18 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked Cod with Ginger-Soy Glaze and Sesame Veggies?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) cod fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Cod with Ginger-Soy Glaze and Sesame Veggies?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Cod with Ginger-Soy Glaze and Sesame Veggies for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Cod with Ginger-Soy Glaze and Sesame Veggies?
Asian seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
