Description
A delicious and healthy recipe for Ginger Soy Glazed Cod that balances sweet, savory, and umami flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- Fresh cod fillets – 4 pieces (about 6 oz each)
- Soy sauce – 1/4 cup (60 ml)
- Fresh ginger – 2 tablespoons, grated
- Garlic – 2 cloves, minced
- Honey – 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
- Sesame oil – 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
- Green onions – 2, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime juice – 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
- Salt and pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, honey, sesame oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Marinate the cod fillets in the mixture for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavor.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and place the marinated cod fillets on it.
- Bake the cod for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Thicken the remaining marinade in a saucepan over medium heat to create a glaze.
- Serve the cod hot, drizzled with the glaze and garnished with chopped green onions.
- Enjoy with your choice of side dishes.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
- Maple syrup can be used as a substitute for honey for a vegan version.
- Consider adding citrus zest or different herbs for creative flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Ginger Soy Glazed Cod, Cod Recipe, Healthy Fish Recipe, Asian Cuisine