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Nobu’s Miso-Marinated Black Cod

Nobu's Miso-Marinated Black Cod: A Luxurious Comfort Dish

Experience Nobu’s Miso-Marinated Black Cod, a luxurious dish blending umami and sweetness for an unforgettable dining experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 45 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 tablespoons Miso Paste Use white for sweetness or red for deeper flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Mirin Can substitute with sake and sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons Sake Rice wine vinegar can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Brown sugar enhances caramelization.
For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Black Cod The star of the dish, offering buttery texture.
Optional Garnishes
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For crunch and flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions Finely chopped for garnish.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Grill or Broiler
  • airtight container
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine miso paste, mirin, sake, and sugar. Stir until smooth.
  2. Cover black cod fillets with marinade and refrigerate for a minimum of 24 hours.
  3. Preheat grill or broiler to medium-high heat, about 400°F (200°C).
  4. Shake off excess marinade and cook fish for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden and flaky.
  5. Serve with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables, garnished as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Pat the fish dry before cooking for a better crust. Customize the marinade with grated ginger or maple syrup, and use a meat thermometer to check doneness at 145°F (63°C).

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