Name: Ginger-Miso Cod with Steamed Bok Choy
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients: 4 cod fillets (6oz each); 2 tbsp white miso paste; 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated; 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup; 2 heads baby bok choy; 1 tsp toasted sesame oil; 1 tbsp scallions, sliced; 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Quick Summary

This dish features tender, flaky cod fillets glazed in a savory miso-ginger sauce, paired with crisp, steamed bok choy. It is a high-protein, low-carb meal that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

4 cod fillets (6oz each)
2 tbsp white miso paste
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
2 heads baby bok choy
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
1 tbsp scallions, sliced
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Stewart's Secret: To achieve a perfect glaze, pat your cod fillets very dry with a paper towel before applying the miso mixture. This ensures the marinade clings to the fish rather than sliding off during the cooking process.

Step-by-Step Method

1. Mix the glaze: Whisk together miso, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey in a small bowl until smooth.
2. Prepare the cod: Place fillets on a lined baking sheet. Brush the miso glaze generously over each piece.
3. Bake: Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
4. Steam: While fish bakes, steam the bok choy for 4 minutes. Toss lightly with sesame oil.
5. Serve: Garnish the fish with scallions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately alongside the bok choy.

Nutrition Snapshot

Calories	450
Protein	42g
Fat	8g
Carbs	12g

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a different white fish?

Yes, halibut or sea bass work beautifully as alternatives to cod in this recipe.

Is this gluten-free?

Use tamari instead of soy sauce to make this recipe completely gluten-free.

How do I know when the fish is done?

The fish is perfectly cooked when it turns opaque and flakes easily when pressed gently with a fork.

Ginger-Miso Cod with Steamed Bok Choy

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Can I use a different white fish?

Is this gluten-free?

How do I know when the fish is done?

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