Easy Ginger Soy Cod – A Flavorful and Healthy Seafood Dish
Easy Ginger Soy Cod is a delicious and nutritious seafood dish that brings vibrant flavors to your dinner table. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe features marinated cod fillets infused with a delightful blend of ginger, garlic, and soy sauce. In just under 30 minutes, you can have a healthy meal packed with protein and essential nutrients. Serve it with your choice of rice, sweet potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a satisfying and well-rounded dining experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (5–6 oz each)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1½ tsp fresh grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (for thickened glaze)
- Green onions and sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Optional: red pepper flakes or sriracha for heat
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger until well combined.
- Place the cod fillets in a shallow dish or resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for 15–30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F or heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- For baking: Place marinated cod on a parchment-lined baking dish and bake for 12–15 minutes until flaky.
- For pan-searing: Cook each fillet for about 3–4 minutes per side, adding extra marinade as it cooks.
- Optional glaze: Simmer leftover marinade with cornstarch mixed with water until thickened for added richness.
- Serve the cod garnished with green onions and sesame seeds alongside your preferred sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg