Pan-Seared Black Cod with Miso and Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-10 · Updated 2026-04-10

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Rich, tender black cod glazed with a savory-sweet miso sauce, served with a sprinkle of toasted sesame. This Asian recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs black cod, white miso paste, sake for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 400 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.2 lbs black cod
3 tbsp white miso paste
2 tbsp sake
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp sake, 1 tsp sugar, and 1 tbsp sesame oil until smooth. Slice 1.2 lbs black cod into 1-inch thick pieces.
Step 2: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place cod pieces skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Carefully flip and spoon 2 tbsp miso glaze over the top.
Step 3: Cook for 3-4 minutes more, basting occasionally with remaining glaze, until cod is opaque and flakes easily. Sprinkle with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.