Seared Miso-Glazed Cod with Ginger-Sesame Broccoli

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-25 · Updated 2026-06-25

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Tender cod fillets glazed with savory miso and seared to perfection, paired with crisp-tender broccoli tossed in ginger and toasted sesame for an umami-rich dinner. This Japanese-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs 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 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 fillets (6 oz each) cod fillets
3 tbsp white miso paste
2 tbsp mirin
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
4 cups broccoli florets
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
2 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
2 tbsp vegetable oil
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp brown sugar until smooth and well combined.
Step 2: Pat dry 4 cod fillets (6 oz each) and brush both sides generously with the miso glaze. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add cod fillets and sear for 4 minutes on the first side without moving until a golden crust forms.
Step 4: Carefully flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
Step 5: In the same skillet, add 4 cups broccoli florets, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 2 tsp sesame oil. Sauté over medium heat for 5-6 minutes until broccoli is crisp-tender and fragrant.
Step 6: Season broccoli with salt and black pepper to taste, sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the top, and serve alongside the miso-glazed cod.