Miso-Glazed Cod with Sesame Roasted Asparagus and Sticky Rice

Introduction:

Elevate your seafood dinner with this delightful Miso-Glazed Cod. Tender cod fillets are marinated in a flavorful miso glaze, then baked to perfection. Served with sesame-roasted asparagus and sticky rice, this dish offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Get ready to enjoy a satisfying and healthy meal that’s packed with umami and Asian-inspired goodness!

Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Miso-Glazed Cod:

• 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces each)
• 2 tablespoons white miso paste
• 2 tablespoons mirin
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Sesame seeds, for garnish
• Sliced green onions, for garnish

For the Sesame Roasted Asparagus:

• 1 bunch of asparagus, woody ends trimmed
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

For the Sticky Rice:

• 1 cup sticky rice (short-grain or sushi rice)
• 1 1/2 cups water

Instructions:

For the Miso-Glazed Cod:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the miso glaze.
3. Place the cod fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each fillet generously with the miso glaze, ensuring they are well coated.
4. Bake the cod in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5. While the cod is baking, prepare the sesame roasted asparagus and sticky rice.

For the Sesame Roasted Asparagus:

1. Arrange the trimmed asparagus on a separate baking sheet. Drizzle with sesame oil, soy sauce, and honey. Toss to coat the asparagus evenly.
2. Roast the asparagus in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
3. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the roasted asparagus for added flavor and garnish.

For the Sticky Rice:

1. Rinse the sticky rice in cold water a few times until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch.
2. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed sticky rice and water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes to steam.
5. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

To serve:

1. Divide the sticky rice among serving plates. Place a cod fillet on top of each bed of rice.
2. Serve the miso-glazed cod with sesame-roasted asparagus alongside.
3. Garnish the cod with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for a touch of freshness.

Enjoy this delicious Miso-Glazed Cod with Sesame Roasted Asparagus and Sticky Rice as a satisfying and flavorful meal.