Image for illustration onlyJapanese Style Simmered Cod
An elegant and sophisticated dish that highlights the delicate, flaky texture of cod, perfectly infused with a deep and complex reduction of sake, mirin, and soy. This harmonious blend of refined saltiness and subtle sweetness, accented by the freshness of ginger and gobo root, offers an authentic and comforting Asian culinary experience ideal for premium entertaining.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
Instructions
- 1Prepare all the ingredients. To get a better taste, chill the fish for 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
- 2To make dashi kombu, soak the kombu in 180 ml of water to release the flavor.
- 3Sprinkle coarse salt on both sides of the fish pieces and let stand for 10-15 minutes to absorb moisture.
- 4
Nutrition
- Calories
- 76
- Protein
- 3g
- Carbs
- 12.2g
Chef tips
For enhanced flavor, marinate the fish overnight in the fridge. Substitute cod with another white fish if desired.
Culinary reasoning
An elegant and sophisticated dish that highlights the delicate, flaky texture of cod, perfectly infused with a deep and complex reduction of sake, mirin, and soy. This harmonious blend of refined saltiness and subtle sweetness, accented by the freshness of ginger and gobo root, offers an authentic and comforting Asian culinary experience ideal for premium entertaining.