Miso-Glazed Black Cod with Sesame-Ginger Rice

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Elegant Japanese-inspired cod fillets glazed with savory miso and mirin, served over fragrant rice with a bright ginger-scallion finish. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 24 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on black cod fillets, white miso paste, mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 2, 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.

★ 3.5 (8 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 14 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels and place skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, and 1 tsp soy sauce in a small bowl; spread evenly over the top of each fillet.
  3. Step 3: Bake for 12-14 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, then broil for 1 minute to caramelize the glaze.
  4. Step 4: While cod cooks, heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add 1 tbsp minced ginger and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, then stir in 1 cup cooked rice, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 3 sliced scallions. Cook for 2 minutes until rice is heated through and coated in sauce.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Black Cod with Sesame-Ginger Rice take to make?

Total time is about 24 minutes (10 min prep + 14 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 Miso-Glazed Black Cod with Sesame-Ginger Rice?

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 white miso paste from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Black Cod with Sesame-Ginger Rice?

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 Miso-Glazed Black Cod with Sesame-Ginger Rice for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Miso-Glazed Black Cod with Sesame-Ginger Rice?

Japanese 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.

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