Korean-inspired · intermediate
Crispy Sesame Soy Glazed Cod Fillets
Pan-seared cod fillets crisp-coated in starch and tossed in a glistening sweet soy, apple juice, and garlic reduction.
- PREP TIME
- 15 min
- COOK TIME
- 15 min
- SERVES
- 4
LET’S MAKE IT
Step by step
- 01
Pat cod fillets thoroughly dry with paper towels, then dust lightly on all sides with potato starch.
- 02
In a small measuring cup, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and apple juice.
- 03
Heat vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmeringly hot.
- 04
Lay cod pieces into the skillet and sear undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes until a pale golden crust forms.
- 05
Carefully flip fish and sear for 2 to 3 minutes more until cooked through.
- 06
Reduce heat to low, pour the soy glaze around the fish, and gently spoon glaze over fillets as it bubbles and thickens for 1 minute.
- 07
Off heat, drizzle sesame oil and scatter fresh chopped scallions over the top before serving.
A LITTLE KITCHEN KNOW-HOW
Pan-Glazing Fish
Adding a sweetened sauce directly into the pan during the final minute coats crispy seared surfaces without making the fish soggy.
Notes from the kitchen
- Potato starch produces a lighter, crispier barrier on fish fillets than regular flour and holds glaze effectively.
- Apple juice introduces a natural fruit acidity and subtle sweetness without using cooking alcohol.
- Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Korean-inspired; regional versions vary.
- Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.
