How to Make Miso Cod: Easy Miso Black Cod Recipe

• ⅛ cup mirin
• ⅛ cup sake
• 2 tablespoons white miso paste
• 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 black cod, trout, or Chilean sea bass fillets
• 1–2 tablespoons neutral oil, like grapeseed or vegetable oil
• Thinly sliced scallions, to garnish
• Sesame oil, optional

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   A few days prior to serving, prepare the miso marinade. First, combine the sake and mirin in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, and add the miso paste and the brown sugar, whisking until completely incorporated. Do not allow the sugar to scorch. Remove from the heat, and let cool.

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   Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels, then place in a baking dish or shallow bowl. Cover with the marinade, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap, and allow to marinate in the refrigerator for 2–3 days.

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   When it’s time to cook, preheat the oven to the broiler setting. Heat oil in an oven-safe skillet over high heat. Remove fish from marinade, letting any excess drip off, and place skin-side up in the pan. Cook for 4 minutes, or until the bottom of the fish takes on a golden brown hue. Repeat on the other side.

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   Transfer the pan to the oven and finish under the broiler. Keep a close eye on the fish to ensure it doesn’t burn or overcook. Cook until the fish is tender and flakes easily.

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   Garnish with scallions, and drizzle very lightly with toasted sesame oil, if desired.

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