Pan-Seared Cod with Miso Butter and Bok Choy
Pan-Seared Cod with Miso Butter and Bok Choy is a delightful dish that combines flaky cod fillets with a rich miso butter sauce, all complemented by the crisp freshness of sautéed bok choy. This quick and easy recipe delivers an impressive meal packed with umami flavors, perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Treat your taste buds to this elegant yet simple dish that will leave your guests raving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (6 oz) cod fillets
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 cups bok choy, chopped
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter and white miso paste until smooth. Set it aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add cod fillets to the skillet, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and flaky.
- Push the cod to one side of the skillet; add chopped bok choy and sauté for about 3 minutes until wilted.
- Return cod to the center and drizzle prepared miso butter over everything, allowing it to melt down.
- Serve on plates or a platter, adding extra soy sauce if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet with bok choy (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For a twist, substitute cod with salmon or halibut. Experiment with additional vegetables like snap peas or asparagus. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently on low heat.