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Miso-Marinated Black Cod

A rich and flavorful dish featuring black cod marinated in a sweet and savory miso mixture, perfect for a gourmet dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1/4 cup white miso paste
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 3 tablespoons sake
  • 3 tablespoons mirin
Fish
  • 4 fillets black cod about 6 ounces each
Garnish
  • 2 scallions sliced for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the miso paste, sugar, sake, and mirin until smooth.
Marinate the Fish
  1. Place the black cod fillets in a baking dish and cover with the marinade. Ensure the fish is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 24 hours, up to 48 hours.
Cook the Fish
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove the fish from the marinade and place on a baking sheet.
  2. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  3. For a charred finish, you can briefly grill the fish after baking.
Serve
  1. Garnish the fish with sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 8gCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the fish for 48 hours. Serve with steamed rice and vegetables for a complete meal.

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