Description
Soy Sesame Glazed Cod with Charred Bok Choy brings restaurant-quality seafood straight to your kitchen with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Crispy fish drizzled with a glossy Asian-inspired sauce pairs perfectly with charred greens for a quick weeknight dinner that feels totally gourmet.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 cod fillets (6 ounces / 170 grams each)
Main Sauce/Glaze Ingredients:
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Supporting/Flavor Ingredients:
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 4 heads baby bok choy
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Combine 14 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp minced ginger in a small bowl. Whisk until the glaze looks smooth and well-blended.
- Take cod fillets and thoroughly pat them dry with paper towels. Generously brush each fillet with half of the prepared glaze. Allow the fish to marinate at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
- Place a skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes until hot. Add 1 tbsp sesame oil and carefully position 4 halved baby bok choy cut-side down. Sear for 2-3 minutes until charred, then flip and cook an additional 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- Clean the skillet and reheat over medium-high. Add a thin layer of oil and carefully place cod fillets. Sear for 3-4 minutes per side, consistently brushing with remaining glaze. Alternatively, broil at 500°F for 6-8 minutes, basting once halfway through cooking.
- Transfer charred bok choy to serving plates. Arrange cod fillets alongside vegetables. Drizzle with extra glaze, then garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Notes
- Patting the cod dry ensures a crisp exterior and helps the glaze adhere better to the fish.
- Marinating the cod for 10-15 minutes allows the flavors to penetrate without making the fish tough.
- Use high heat when charring bok choy to get those delicious caramelized edges without overcooking the vegetable.
- For a gluten-free version, swap traditional soy sauce with tamari and ensure all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg