Description
This elegant recipe for Honey Sriracha Glazed Baked Cod balances sweet, spicy, and citrus flavors, creating a glossy, refined dish that is perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (6–8 oz each), skin removed, patted dry
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 3 tbsp honey, preferably mild and liquid
- 1.5–2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to heat preference)
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar or fresh lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
- 1/2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, very soft (optional, for gloss)
- Zest of 1 lemon, finely grated
- 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
- Toasted sesame seeds or thinly sliced scallions, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment and brush lightly with 1 tbsp olive oil. Pat the cod dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar (or lemon juice), minced garlic, and grated ginger until glossy and uniform. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- If desired, heat a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tbsp olive oil. Sear the cod for 45–60 seconds per side until lightly golden. Transfer the fillets to the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush each fillet generously with the glaze, reserving 1–2 tsp. Bake in the preheated oven for about 8–12 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Finish under the broiler for 1–2 minutes for deeper caramelization if desired. Upon removing from the oven, brush with reserved glaze and a touch of softened butter. Sprinkle with lemon zest, chopped herbs, and sesame seeds or scallions.
- Let the fillets rest for 2 minutes before plating.
Notes
Match fillet thickness for even cooking. Use the broiler sparingly for a final caramelized sheen, keeping a close watch to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg