Description
Delicious Asian Ginger Soy Glazed Cod features tender cod fillets seared and coated in a sticky, savory-sweet glaze made with soy sauce, garlic, and fresh ginger. It’s a quick, flavorful dish perfect for a healthy, weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 2–4 cod fillets (fresh or thawed)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 2 tsp water (for cornstarch slurry)
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil or neutral oil (for searing)
- Optional: chopped green onions, sesame seeds, chili flakes for garnish
Instructions
- Pat cod fillets dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic.
- Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear cod fillets for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and just cooked through.
- Reduce heat to low and pour the glaze into the pan. Let it simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- If using, whisk cornstarch with water and stir into the pan to thicken the sauce.
- Spoon the glaze over the fish until glossy and coated. Remove from heat.
- Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or chili flakes. Serve hot.
Notes
- Bake cod at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes if you prefer not to sear.
- Substitute cod with halibut, tilapia, or even tofu for a vegetarian version.
- Add sriracha or chili paste for extra heat.
- Pairs well with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat gently in a pan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet with glaze
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
