Miso-Marinated Black Cod with Sesame Spinach

1. 1

   Heat the brown sugar with 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan, stirring, until the sugar is completely dissolved.

2. 2

   Cool for 10 minutes, then stir in the miso, mirin, and sake to make a smooth paste.

3. 3

   Coat the black cod with the miso paste, cover, and refrigerate at least 2 hours, or as long as 2 days.

4. 4

   To cook, preheat the broiler to high with a rack set in the upper third of the oven.

5. 5

   Place the marinated black cod on a lightly oiled baking sheet and broil until the fish is fully cooked and the surface is lightly browned, 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish.

6. 6

   (Alternatively, the fish can be baked in a preheated 450F oven for 10 to 15 minutes.)

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   Center the fish on a serving plate, and place a small bundle of the sesame spinach to the side.

8. 8

   Drizzle some of the remaining sesame dressing around the fish and plate.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.