Miso Cod
There’s something about making Miso Cod that feels like a rite of passage in the kitchen. Maybe it’s because cod is one of those delicate fish that we’ve all been warned about—cook it a second too long, and you’ve got yourself a flaky mess. Or maybe it’s the miso, an ingredient that seems simple enough but is secretly capable of turning the most basic dish into something with depth, something you’d pay too much money for at a restaurant with mood lighting. But honestly, this Miso Cod? It’s deceptively simple, and once you make it, you’ll wonder why you don’t make it all the time.
This dish is one of those that impresses without much effort. It’s the kind of thing you can make on a Wednesday night when you’re feeling particularly inspired—or maybe just tired of everything else you’ve been cooking lately. Miso, mirin, and sake come together to create a marinade that’s both savory and sweet, soaking into the cod and giving it that unmistakable umami flavor we all crave. It’s the sort of dish that makes you feel like you really know what you’re doing, even if you just Googled “how to cook fish” five minutes ago.
The beauty of this recipe is in its simplicity. There’s no need to overcomplicate things—let the miso do the talking. Once the fish is marinated, all you need to do is throw it in the oven. Yes, I said throw, because you’re already a culinary genius just by attempting this dish. Let the miso caramelize into a glossy, slightly sticky coating that’s full of flavor. The cod will emerge tender and just on the right side of flaky, with that rich, savory sweetness that’ll make you want to pat yourself on the back.
Serve it with something equally simple. Maybe a bowl of steamed rice, or some roasted vegetables if you’re feeling ambitious. But honestly, the cod is the star here, so keep the sides minimal. You’ll want to savor every bite, maybe even with a glass of something white and crisp. This is a dish that doesn’t need much; it stands on its own.
So here’s to you, Miso Cod Maker. You’re officially one step closer to feeling like a real chef, and isn’t that what we’re all after, anyway?
Miso Cod
Ingredients
- 2 pieces cod black cod if you can find it
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 1/3 cup White miso paste
- 1/3 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoon soy Sauce
Instructions
- Combine marinate ingredients together and whisk.
- Cover fish and let marinate overnight or at least 8 hours
- Preheat oven broiler. Place filets on unlined sheet and broil until flakey and carmelized, 3-5 minutes.
- Serve with rice, steamed veg and sesame seeds
