Wood-Fired Miso-Glazed Black Drum with Asian Pickled Vegetables

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A vibrant seafood dish featuring wood-fired black drum fish brushed with a savory miso glaze, paired with crisp Asian-style pickled vegetables for contrast. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs white miso paste, mirin, soy sauce 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 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your grill or wood-fired oven to medium-high heat around 450°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp honey until smooth to create the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 4 black drum fillets and brush both sides generously with the miso glaze. Set aside the remaining glaze for basting.
  3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup rice vinegar, 2 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes. Stir until sugar dissolves. Add 1 julienned cucumber, 1/2 cup thinly sliced daikon radish, and 2 thinly sliced scallions. Toss to coat and let pickle at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Brush the grill grates with 2 tbsp vegetable oil to prevent sticking. Grill the miso-glazed black drum fillets for 4-5 minutes per side, basting once more with the glaze halfway through, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
  5. Step 5: Remove the fish from the grill and let rest for 2 minutes. Serve topped with the pickled vegetables and a sprinkle of 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds for a nutty finish.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Wood-Fired Miso-Glazed Black Drum with Asian Pickled Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 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 Wood-Fired Miso-Glazed Black Drum with Asian Pickled Vegetables?

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 Wood-Fired Miso-Glazed Black Drum with Asian Pickled Vegetables?

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 Wood-Fired Miso-Glazed Black Drum with Asian Pickled Vegetables 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.

Is Wood-Fired Miso-Glazed Black Drum with Asian Pickled Vegetables 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.

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