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Pan‑seared black cod with a caramelized crust served alongside sautéed greens and a creamy mashed potato scoop on a white plate.

Air Fryer Honey Miso Black Cod

This Honey Miso Black Cod is one of those rare dishes that feels 'fancy' with almost no effort. The fillets stay tender, flaky, and buttery, soaking up the sweet‑savory miso glaze that caramelizes into a glossy, slightly blistered finish in the air fryer. It’s quick and healthy — perfect for date night or an elevated weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Marinating:30 minutes
Total Time:1 hour
Servings: 2 people
Author: Samantha

Equipment

Ingredients

Honey Miso Marinade

  • 4 tbsp white miso
  • 2 tbsp water thins the marinade just enough to coat the fish
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey great for caramelization
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp tamari, optional taste the marinade for salt level before adding

Black Cod

  • 1 pound black cod fillet cut into 3-4 pieces

Instructions

Honey Miso Marinade

  • Honey Miso Marinade ingredient shot
    Whisk all ingredients together in a mixing bowl.

Prepare the Black Cod

  • Black cod fillet marinating in a light brown honey miso marinade inside a white rectangular dish.
    Marinate the fish. Pat the black cod dry with paper towels. Place the fillets in a covered container or a gallon-size Ziploc bag, and add the marinade. Coat each fillet evenly with the marinade. Marinate for 30 minutes to overnight.
  • Prep the oven. Preheat the air fryer.
  • Black cod in air fryer basket with smart thermometer
    Prep the fish. Remove the black cod from the Honey Miso Marinade, letting any excess drip off. Pat the skin lightly with a paper towel if it’s very wet — this helps it crisp up rather than steam. Place the fillets skin‑side down on an air fryer paper liner, and if possible, leave space between pieces so the heat can circulate.
  • Honey Miso Black Cod just out of the air fryer perfectly caramelized.
    Cook. Air fry at 385°F for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness. The glaze should turn glossy, caramelized, and slightly blistered.
  • Pan‑seared black cod with a caramelized crust served alongside sautéed greens and a creamy mashed potato scoop on a white plate.
    Rest and serve. Let the fillets rest for 2-5 minutes, then plate and enjoy!

Notes

Inspired by the iconic Nobu Black Cod Miso, this version delivers the same savory‑sweet depth with an easy, homemade twist.