Oven Baked Black Cod Recipe

Published by Izzy

on Sep 27, 2022, Updated Oct 22, 2023

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Black cod, also known as sablefish, is prized for its soft texture and buttery flavor. This recipe for Oven Baked Black Cod is easy to prepare and features the delicious flavors of soy sauce, cooking wine, and sugar for a hint of sweetness.

Follow the instructions in this recipe for perfectly moist and tender black cod. It’s a recipe you’ll come back to again and again.

Ingredients You’ll Need

black cod filets
salt
cooking wine
soy sauce
water
cooking wine
sugar

(Note: Full recipe is at the bottom of the post)

How to Cook Black Cod

Step 1: Marinate Black Cod

Sprinkle both sides of the cod with salt and set it aside for 30 minutes. The salt will reduce the fishy smell by removing the excess moisture from the fish.
Pour 2 tablespoons of cooking wine over the fish to rinse off the salt. Gently pat dry the filets dry with paper towels. Do not rinse the fish with water.
In a bowl, mix together the ingredients for the marinade.
Pour the marinade into a flat airtight container.
Add the fish and turn to coat both sides with the marinade.
Cover the container and place in the fridge for 1 hour.

Step 2: Bake the Fish

Preheat the oven to 400°F and place the rack in the center of the oven.
Remove the fish from the marinade and use your fingers to wipe any excess marinade from the fish. If too much marinade is left on the fish, it will burn easily.
Place the fish skin side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake for about 20 minutes or until the surface begins to blister and begins to brown. The fish does not need to be turned.

What’s The Difference Between Cod And Black Cod?

Black cod is actually a type of sablefish. It isn’t related to the fish we know as cod. Black cod is a fatty type of fish that’s dark gray in color with a velvety texture and buttery flavor. Cod fish, on the other hand, has a brownish color, is mild in flavor and has a firmer texture.

Tips And Tricks

Don’t skip the marinating step. It adds delicious flavor to the fish.
Avoid burning the fish by wiping off the excess marinade before baking it in the oven.

How to Serve Black Cod

Black cod is a versatile kind of fish that can be served with just about anything. Enjoy it with a side of rice, potatoes, or pasta, and serve it alongside veggies like zucchini, asparagus, green beans, or sweet potatoes.

How to Store Black Cod

Leftovers should be cooled to room temperature, transferred to an airtight container, and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Can You Freeze Black Cod?

Yes. Place the cooled leftovers in a freezer-safe container and store in the freezer for up to 1 month. Frozen leftovers should be thawed in the fridge overnight before reheating.

How To Reheat Black Cod

Black cod is best reheated in the oven. Preheat the oven to 275°F and place the cod in a baking dish. Cover with foil and heat for 10-15 minutes until hot.

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