Miso-Glazed Black Cod with Sesame-Infused Bok Choy
A dish of profound balance and care, featuring delicate black cod marinated in rich miso glaze and baked to silky perfection, served with bok choy infused with toasted sesame oil. This japanese-inspired asian (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs 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 400 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz black cod fillets
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp sake
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 4 cups bok choy
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Whisk together 3 tbsp miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp sake, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 2: Place black cod fillets in a baking dish and brush both sides with half of the miso glaze. Bake for 15 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated ginger, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 4 cups chopped bok choy (stems first, then leaves) and 1 tbsp soy sauce. Cover and cook for 4 minutes until leaves are wilted and bright green.
- Step 5: Brush remaining miso glaze over the baked cod. Top with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately with the bok choy.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Black Cod with Sesame-Infused Bok Choy take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (20 min prep + 20 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-Infused Bok Choy?
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 black cod fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Black Cod with Sesame-Infused Bok Choy?
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-Infused Bok Choy 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.
Is Miso-Glazed Black Cod with Sesame-Infused Bok Choy gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
