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Easy Miso Black Cod

Name: Easy Miso Black Cod
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Ingredients: 12 oz Black Cod (or substitute with Chilean Sea Bass or Cod fillets); 3 tbsp Miso paste; 2 tbsp Rice vinegar; 1 tbsp Sugar; 1 tsp Grinded ginger; 1 pinch Garlic powder; 2 tbsp Neutral oil (like avocado or canola)

When you want a high-end dinner feel without the high-effort stress of complex prep.

Total: 22 min
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 12 min
Serves: 2
Difficulty: easy
Calories: 340
Cost: $$$/serving

Look, some nights you just need something that feels like a treat but doesn't require an hour of hovering over a hot stove. This Miso Black Cod is your secret weapon. It uses a simple glaze to transform a piece of fish into something incredibly rich and savory. The 'hard' part—the marinating—can be skipped if you're in a rush by using a quick-glaze method. It’s buttery, slightly sweet, and feels like a restaurant meal served on a Tuesday night when your brain is officially fried.

Ingredients

12 oz Black Cod (or substitute with Chilean Sea Bass or Cod fillets)
3 tbsp Miso paste
2 tbsp Rice vinegar
1 tbsp Sugar
1 tsp Grinded ginger
1 pinch Garlic powder
2 tbsp Neutral oil (like avocado or canola)

Method

1 Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
2 In a small bowl, whisk together the miso paste, rice vinegar, sugar, ginger, and garlic powder until smooth.
3 Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel. Brush a generous amount of the miso mixture over both sides of each fillet.
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4 Place the fish on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the oil over the top to help it sear slightly in the oven.
5 Roast in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the glaze is bubbling.
6 Serve immediately with a scoop of rice or some steamed greens.

Variations

The Swap — Substitute Black Cod for any white fish like Cod or Halibut if you can't find it at your local shop.
Faster Prep — Skip the whisking; just mix all glaze ingredients in a small cup and brush it on as you go.

Notes

If you're really exhausted, don't worry about 'perfect' consistency. The miso paste is forgiving; as long as it coats the fish well, the flavor will be incredible.