Description
Rock Cod in Ginger Soy Sauce Marinade is a delicious and aromatic dish that combines the tender texture of fresh rock cod with a zesty ginger-soy marinade. This quick and easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece, perfect for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings. With its vibrant flavors, this dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also creates lasting memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 rock cod fillets (approximately 6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- Optional: chili flakes for added heat
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, and sesame oil. Whisk until well mixed.
- Place rock cod fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat; add a touch of oil if desired.
- Sear marinated rock cod fillets for about 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown.
- Flip the fillets gently and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until fully cooked and flaky.
- During the last minute of cooking, sprinkle chopped green onions on top.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg