Julie's Baked or Grilled Black Cod Teriyaki

Julesong's Note:

Black cod is my favorite fish... a tender, white, non-fishy fish that goes wonderfully well with teriyaki sauce. If you've never had black cod, do yourself a favor and find some! It is also known as "sablefish." I can sometimes find it served in Japanese restaurants, and occasionally served smoked in Scandinavian restaurants. I usually purchase mine in Ballard (a Scandinavian Seattle neighborhood) markets or at Uwajimaya (Seattle Asian grocery) or Ranch 99 Markets (Tukwila Asian grocery).

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 0 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 2

• 2 black cod steaks
• 2 teaspoons melted butter
• 1/2 cup teriyaki marinade
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• black pepper

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees (if you're going to bake the steaks).
2. Mix together the melted butter, marinade, garlic, and a few dashes of pepper.
3. Pour the mixture over cod steaks in a shallow glass dish, and let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
4. To bake: bake in a casserole or baking dish in the marinade at 350 for about 20-30 minutes or until fish flakes easily.
5. To grill: cook on a grill pan on your stove, turning carefully once, until fish flakes easily, about 15 to 20 minutes, brushing occasionally with marinade. I've also done it using a Foreman grill, brushing occasionally with marinade, until it flaked easily; it can take anywhere between 10-15 minutes, depending on your Foreman.
6. Serve with steamed white rice, a little of the juices poured over.

Reviews

[Teacher, Baker, Candlestick Maker]

This is, hands down, THE BEST fish recipe in the universe. No, seriously, I'm not exaggerating. We had never bought black cod before but found it at a local seafood co. and decided to try it. The fish itself is fabulous because of its flavor and tenderness, and this recipe just suits it to a T. We usually try to marinate for 12-24 hours to really let the flavors soak in. Everyone we've made it for raves about it! Thank you so much!

[dragonpawz]

What is so sad is that it looks like not a lot of people grill cod steaks. I have made cod many times and I so regret not looking up your receipe sooner. Great flavor and so easy! Holding onto this one! And I actually have a co-worker making it tonight! Thanks!

[usvellas]

This was our first time to buy black cod and this recipe is so easy and delicious. I baked it and cannot imagine grilling it because it is so delicate. Including rice with the marinade juices was a great accompaniment. Thank you, Julie!