Soy and Ginger Fish
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this flavorful Soy and Ginger Fish recipe, a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and subtly sweet flavors. Tender white fish fillets such as cod or tilapia are marinated in a fragrant blend of soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, sesame oil, honey, and lime juice, then pan-seared to golden perfection. The reserved marinade is simmered into a luscious sauce, adding an extra burst of richness to the dish. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this quick 25-minute recipe is as easy to prepare as it is impressive. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside crisp sautéed vegetables for an irresistible and healthy meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or similar white fish)
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 stalks green onions (scallions), chopped
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil (vegetable or canola)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, honey, and lime juice to create the marinade.
Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Place the fish fillets in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them, ensuring all fillets are coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
Heat the cooking oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Remove the fish fillets from the marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off, and reserve the marinade for later.
Place the fish fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, until golden and slightly crispy. Flip carefully and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
While the fish is cooking, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan. Bring it to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly.
Once the fish is cooked, drizzle the thickened marinade over the fillets.
Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Serve hot with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
940 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.2 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 3145 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 87.8 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.0 mcg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1610 mg | 34% | |
*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.
