Poached Cod with King City Pink Beans, Bacon & Greens
Tender poached cod resting on smoky King City pink beans, bacon, and greens in a comforting winter broth.
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Miso Cod
Some recipes feel like little cheat codes for life. This miso cod is one of them. A handful of pantry staples, a quick marinade, and a few minutes under the broiler turn plain fish into something silky, savory, and caramelized. The best part? It tastes way more impressive than the effort it takes. On busy nights, that’s exactly the kind of magic I’m looking for.
Need a simple side? Try this easy blistered bok choy with ginger oyster sauce
Ingredients
1/4 cup red or white miso
1/3 cup sake
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup sugar
4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each) or center-cut salmon fillets
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk together the miso, sake, soy sauce, oil, and sugar until smooth.
- Pat the cod fillets dry and lightly season with salt and pepper. Place them in a shallow dish or resealable bag.
- Pour the marinade over the fish, turning to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 4 to 5 hours.
- Preheat the broiler. Line a sheet pan with foil and lightly oil it. Arrange the fillets skin-side down.
- Broil until the top is caramelized and the fish is just cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes depending on thickness. If certain spots are browning too quickly, loosely cover them with foil and rotate the pan.
- Transfer to plates and drizzle with any pan sauce. Add a mound of rice and some quick sautéed bok choy, and dinner is ready.
Note: This marinade works beautifully with salmon too—just follow the same steps.
More Recipes You Might Like
If you liked this miso cod, here are a few more easy-but-delicious meals from the Embracing Enough kitchen:
- Shrimp & Alubia Blanca Dish – a riff on shrimp scampi that’s lighter, brighter, and keeps you feeling satisfied without weighing you down.
- Italian Wedding Soup Remix – mini meatballs, farro, and chickpeas in a broth that’s hearty without being heavy.
- Balsamic Broccoli Stir-Fry Over Polenta – a fast, veggie-forward meal with just the right balance of sweet and tangy.
- Angel Hair with Butter, Romano & Peas – the ultimate comfort food when you need something simple, warm, and kid-approved.
These dishes have helped our family eat healthier and helped me enjoy my time in the kitchen as a daily ritual.
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