Description
Ginger Soy Glazed Cod Recipe: A healthy and flavorful seafood dish that blends tender cod fillets with a sweet and savory glaze of soy sauce, honey, and ginger. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is as nutritious as it is delicious.
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp freshly grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (slurry)
- Optional garnishes: sliced green onions, sesame seeds, lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Whisk soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil in a bowl.
- Marinate the Cod: Coat cod fillets with the marinade in a shallow dish. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Bake Cod: Remove fillets from marinade, reserve the marinade, and bake for 12-15 minutes until the cod flakes easily.
- Prepare the Glaze: Simmer reserved marinade in a saucepan. Add the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened (2-3 minutes).
- Glaze and Serve: Brush thickened glaze over the baked cod. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- For a spicy version, add Sriracha or red pepper flakes.
- Substitute rice vinegar with apple cider vinegar or lemon juice if unavailable.
- Add vegetables like broccoli or snap peas to the baking sheet for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (+30-60 minutes marinating)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
