Miso Glazed Cod with Steamed Greens 🐟🌿🍶 Sweet-Savory Umami Meets Buttery Cod and Simple, Vibrant Greens

This dish is clean comfort — flaky white cod coated in a rich, slightly sweet miso glaze, roasted or broiled to caramelized perfection, then paired with steamed greens that cut through the richness. It’s fast, elegant, and deeply satisfying with minimal effort.

Serve over rice, soba noodles, or steamed jasmine for a full meal.

Ingredients (Serves 2)

For the miso glaze

• 2 tbsp white miso paste
• 1 tbsp mirin (or rice vinegar with a pinch of sugar)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• ½ tsp grated ginger (optional)
• ½ tsp chili paste or sriracha (optional)

For the cod

• 2 cod fillets (5–6 oz each)
• Salt (just a pinch — miso is salty)
• Neutral oil for brushing or pan prep

For the greens

• 3 cups baby bok choy, spinach, kale, or broccolini
• Pinch of salt
• Optional: drizzle of sesame oil or splash of soy for finishing

Optional garnishes

• Sesame seeds
• Chopped scallions
• Extra glaze or soy drizzle
• Steamed rice or noodles to serve

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Glaze

Whisk together miso, mirin, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and any optional additions. Set aside.

Step 2: Marinate the Cod

Pat cod dry and lightly season with salt. Brush with the miso glaze and let sit 15–30 minutes (or up to overnight in the fridge for stronger flavor).

Step 3: Cook the Cod

Preheat oven to 400°F (or set broiler to high). Place cod on a foil-lined or parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast 10–12 minutes or broil for 6–8 minutes, until flaky and browned on top. Brush with more glaze halfway through for a deeper finish.

Step 4: Steam the Greens

While cod cooks, steam greens with a pinch of salt until just wilted and vibrant (2–3 minutes). Drizzle with sesame oil or soy sauce if desired.

Step 5: Plate

Spoon rice or noodles into bowls. Add steamed greens and top with miso-glazed cod. Sprinkle with sesame seeds or scallions and serve hot.

Flavor Variations

• Add citrus zest or yuzu juice to the glaze for brightness
• Sub salmon or halibut for cod — the glaze works on all
• Top with crispy shallots or garlic chips for texture
• Add pickled ginger or daikon for contrast
• Steam with mushrooms or snap peas for heartier veg

Pro Tips

• White miso is mild and sweet — red miso will give a saltier, bolder flavor
• Don’t over-marinate — 30 mins is plenty for tender cod
• For a glossy finish, broil the last 2 minutes
• Glaze can be made ahead and stored for a week — great on tofu or chicken too
• Greens should stay vibrant and just tender — don’t over-steam

Final Thoughts

Miso Glazed Cod with Steamed Greens is clean eating with depth — rich, sweet-savory fish balanced by earthy greens and a whisper of sesame. It’s fast, elegant, and just the right mix of comfort and refinement.

Glaze it. Steam it. Bowl it bright. 🐟🌿🍶🔥

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