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Spicy Sriracha Miso Cod

Spicy Sriracha Miso Cod

Tender cod fillets glazed with a sweet and spicy sriracha miso sauce, served over creamy mashed potatoes and finished with sesame seeds and green onions for a bold, comforting seafood dinner.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 cod fillets, about 6 ounces each
  • 3 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together white miso paste, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
  3. Pat cod fillets dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Brush the glaze generously over the cod fillets.
  5. Lightly grease the skillet and sear the cod for 2 minutes per side.
  6. Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Meanwhile, boil the potatoes until tender. Drain and mash with butter and milk until creamy. Season with remaining salt and pepper.
  8. Serve the cod over mashed potatoes and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of sriracha depending on your preferred spice level.
  • Fresh cod delivers the best flaky texture.
  • Do not overcook the fish or it may become dry.
  • The glaze can be prepared up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Asian Inspired
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cod fillet with mashed potatoes
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 760mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 78mg

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