Japanese Style Fish
Experience the delicate flavors of the sea with this irresistible Japanese Style Fish recipe, a perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication. Tender white fish fillets, such as cod, halibut, or snapper, are seared to golden perfection and bathed in a savory-sweet sauce made with soy sauce, mirin, and freshly grated ginger. A subtle drizzle of sesame oil enhances the rich, umami flavors, while garnishes of thinly sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds add freshness and texture. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is a delightful way to bring authentic Japanese cuisine to your dining table. Serve it over steamed rice with a side of sautéed bok choy for a comforting, restaurant-quality meal that’s both elegant and wholesome. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 150g each) white fish fillets (e.g., cod, halibut, or snapper)
- 60 ml soy sauce
- 60 ml mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
- 30 ml sake (optional)
- 15 g sugar
- 10 g fresh ginger
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 10 ml sesame oil
- 15 ml neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or canola oil)
- 1 tbsp white sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel. Lightly season them with a pinch of salt on each side and set aside.
Peel and finely grate the ginger. Combine soy sauce, mirin, sake (if using), sugar, and grated ginger in a small bowl. Stir until the sugar dissolves to create the sauce.
Heat the neutral oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place the fish fillets in the skillet, skin-side down if applicable. Cook for 3-4 minutes without moving them, until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
Flip the fish gently using a spatula and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until cooked through. Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel if necessary, then add the sauce mixture to the skillet. Bring it to a gentle simmer over low heat for about 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Return the fish to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top to coat the fillets evenly. Let the fish heat through for 1-2 minutes.
Drizzle sesame oil over the fish and remove the skillet from heat.
Transfer the fish to serving plates, pouring the remaining sauce over the fillets. Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, if desired.
Serve immediately with steamed rice and a side of vegetables such as sautéed bok choy or snap peas for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1078 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.9 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 2711 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.7 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.1 g | ||
| Protein | 127.9 g | 256% | |
| Vitamin D | 30.0 mcg | 150% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2195 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
