Japanese
Saikyo-yaki Black Cod
“Marinated in sweet Saikyo miso, this grilled black cod offers a rich, buttery texture that melts in the mouth.”
Black Cod
Saikyo Miso
Sake
Mirin
Sugar
MisoMedium24 hours
Where it comes from
Originating from Kyoto's northern region, Saikyo-yaki is a testament to the area's historical role as a trade hub, where miso and other fermented products flourished.
On the Palate
What goes into it
How it's made
- 1
Combine Saikyo miso, sake, mirin, and sugar to make the marinade.
- 2
Marinate black cod fillets in the mixture for at least a few hours, preferably overnight.
- 3
Preheat the grill to medium heat.
- 4
Grill the marinated cod until the surface caramelizes and the fish is cooked through.
