Description
Ginger Soy Glazed Cod is a vibrant and healthy seafood recipe featuring tender cod fillets brushed with a flavorful ginger, soy, and honey glaze. Baked to perfection, this dish offers a perfect balance of savory and sweet with a hint of tanginess, garnished with fresh green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro, making it both visually appealing and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Cod and Garnish
- 4 pcs cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 unit green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 1 unit fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 unit lime wedges (for serving)
Ginger Soy Glaze
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Coat the Cod: Place the cod fillets on the lined baking sheet. Using a brush, evenly coat each fillet generously with the ginger soy glaze, ensuring full coverage to maximize flavor.
- Bake the Cod: Bake the coated cod fillets in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque, cooked through, and flakes easily when gently tested with a fork.
- Plate the Cod: Carefully remove the baked cod from the oven and transfer the fillets onto serving plates, avoiding breaking the delicate fish.
- Garnish: Sprinkle thinly sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and freshly chopped cilantro over the top of each cod fillet to add freshness, texture, and a burst of color.
- Serve: Serve the glazed cod immediately, accompanied by lime wedges on the side to squeeze over the fillets for an added bright and zesty flavor. Enjoy your healthy and flavorful seafood dish!
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality cod fillets for the best flavor and texture.
- Marinate the cod fillets in the ginger soy glaze for 15-30 minutes before baking to deepen the flavors.
- Keep an eye on the cod while baking; it is done when it flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the peak freshness and taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 oz cod fillet with glaze and garnishes
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
