Description
Rock Cod in Ginger Soy Sauce Marinade is a delightful dish that brings together tender fish and a savory, aromatic marinade. This easy-to-follow recipe combines fresh ginger, soy sauce, and garlic to create a flavor explosion that will transport your taste buds to the coast. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties, this dish is versatile enough to grill or bake. Serve it hot with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb rock cod fillets
- 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, ginger, garlic, brown sugar, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Place rock cod fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Ensure even coating. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Remove marinated fish from the fridge and let sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
- If grilling: Cook fish skin-side down on oiled grill grates for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. If baking: Place fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until flaky.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (113g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg