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Miso-Glazed Black Cod

Silky, buttery fish with an intense umami glaze inspired by Nobu's legendary dish

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Total

35 min

Serves

4

Miso-Glazed Black Cod

Difficulty

MEDIUM

Calories

320

📖The Story Behind

This recipe was popularized by chef Nobu Matsuhisa, who first created it at his restaurant in Los Angeles. The long marination time allows the miso to break down the fish's proteins, resulting in an incredibly tender texture.

🎨Flavor Profile

UmamiSweetSavory

Ingredients

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Instructions

1
  1. Combine white miso, mirin, sake, and sugar in a bowl until smooth.
2
  1. Coat the black cod fillets generously with the miso mixture.
3
  1. Cover and refrigerate for 24-48 hours.
4
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
5
  1. Wipe off excess marinade and place fish in a baking dish.
6
  1. Bake for 12-15 minutes until caramelized and flaky.
7
  1. Serve immediately with steamed rice and pickled vegetables.

💡Pro Tips

Marinate for at least 24 hours for best results

Use white miso for a milder flavor

The fish is done when it flakes easily

🔧Equipment Needed

🍳
Baking dish
🍳
Mixing bowls
🍳
Plastic wrap

Quick Info

DifficultyMEDIUM
MethodBaked
CuisineBaked
Servings4 people
OriginTokyo

🥗Dietary Info

PescatarianGluten-Free

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