Miso-Glazed Fish Fillet

Broiled fish fillets brushed with a sweet-savory miso glaze for a quick Japanese-inspired main course.

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🍽️Yield5 portions
This recipe carries the miso glaze marinade into a broiled main course. Read the practical guide to miso to choose a paste, or step back into the documented origins of miso.

Instructions

  1. Step 1
    Pat the fillet dry and cut into five equal ~170 g (6 oz) portions.
  2. Step 2
    Lay portions skin-side down on a rimmed baking sheet or shallow dish.
  3. Step 3
    Brush each piece evenly with the prepared miso glaze marinade.
  4. Step 4
    ⏱️ 30 min
    Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  5. Step 5
    Position an oven rack about 15 cm (6 in) from the broiler; preheat broiler to high.
  6. Step 6
    Wipe away excess marinade, leaving a thin coating on the fish.
  7. Step 7
    ⏱️ 7 min
    Broil 6–7 minutes until caramelized and the flesh flakes easily.
  8. Step 8
    ⏱️ 2 min
    Rest 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

- Do not marinate longer than an hour to avoid over-salting.
- Works with other firm fish such as cod or halibut.

Nutritional Information

320 kcal · 28g protein · 10g fat · 15g carbs

Variations

Variation 1

Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or sliced scallions before serving.