Baked Cod With Honey Soy Marinade (Print Version)
Tender cod fillets baked in a sweet and savory honey-soy glaze for a quick, flavorful dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fish
01 - 4 cod fillets (5 oz each), skinless and boneless
→ Marinade
02 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce, low sodium preferred
03 - 2 tablespoons honey
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnish
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
10 - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
11 - Lemon wedges
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Whisk together soy sauce, honey, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, and black pepper in a small bowl until thoroughly combined.
02 - Place cod fillets in a shallow dish or resealable bag. Pour marinade over fish, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes to 1 hour for optimal flavor absorption.
03 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a baking dish for easy cleanup.
04 - Remove cod from marinade and place fillets on prepared baking sheet. Discard remaining marinade.
05 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until fish is opaque throughout and flakes easily when tested with a fork.
06 - Remove from oven. Sprinkle with fresh herbs and sesame seeds. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The marinade doubles as a flavor powerhouse that transforms plain cod into something restaurant worthy
- Baking keeps things mess free while delivering that perfectly flaky texture every single time
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- Pat the cod dry before marinating so the sauce actually sticks to the fish instead of sliding off
- Do not marinate longer than an hour or the acid will start breaking down the texture too much
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- Let the fish rest for 2 minutes after baking so the juices redistribute instead of running out immediately
- Use a rimmed baking sheet to catch any bubbling marinade before it makes a mess of your oven