Grilled Cod with Bean Sprout Stir-Fry and Sesame Oil Drizzle
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my go to weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and feels fancy without any fuss. Grilled cod is such a lean protein that pairs beautifully with the crisp, fresh crunch of stir fried bean sprouts, which are packed with vitamin C and help support your immune system. The whole dish gets a finishing drizzle of sesame oil that adds incredible depth and aroma. What I love most is that everything is simple to prepare, the ingredients are affordable, and the result tastes like you spent way more time in the kitchen than you actually did.
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Ingredients
- 4cod fillets(6 oz each, patted dry)
- 710 mlfresh bean sprouts
- 3 tablespoonssesame oil
- 1 tablespoonfresh ginger(minced)
- 2 tablespoonslow-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoonrice vinegar
- 3green onions(sliced into 2-inch pieces)
- 2garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 tablespoonsolive oil
- ½ teaspoonsea salt
- ¼ teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 tablespoonsesame seeds(toasted)
- 1lemon(cut into wedges)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Brush the grates lightly with oil to prevent sticking.
Tip: If using a grill pan indoors, heat it on the stovetop over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 2
Season both sides of the cod fillets evenly with sea salt and black pepper. Lightly brush with olive oil.
Tip: Pat the cod completely dry before seasoning to ensure better browning and prevent sticking.
- 3
Place cod fillets directly onto the hot grill, skin-side up. Cook for 5-6 minutes without moving, until the flesh becomes opaque at the edges.
Tip: Resist the urge to flip early; let the fish develop a light crust for better flavor.
- 4
Carefully flip the fillets and grill for another 4-5 minutes until the cod flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.
Tip: The internal temperature should reach 145°F for perfectly cooked cod.
- 5
While the cod finishes grilling, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Tip: Use medium-high heat to quickly cook the sprouts while maintaining their crispness.
- 6
Add minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Tip: Be careful not to burn the garlic and ginger—watch closely as they cook very quickly.
- 7
Add the fresh bean sprouts and sliced green onions to the skillet, stirring frequently for 2-3 minutes until the sprouts are heated through but still maintain a slight crunch.
Tip: Overcooking bean sprouts makes them limp and mushy, so keep the cooking time short.
- 8
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
Tip: Add these finishing touches off the heat to preserve the delicate flavors of the sesame oil.
- 9
Divide the bean sprout mixture among four serving plates and top each with a grilled cod fillet. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top and serve with lemon wedges.
Tip: The lemon wedges add brightness and enhance the natural flavors of the fish and vegetables.
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