White miso is a light-colored, sweet bean paste that’s a Japanese culinary mainstay. It provides million dollar flavor for this flaky cod. Plan ahead, as it marinates for one to two days.

Broiled Miso Cod with Sauteed Sesame Spinach

Whisk together miso paste, sake, brown sugar and mirin in a large bowl. Transfer 1/2 cup miso mixture to a small bowl; cover and refrigerate. Add the cod to the remaining miso mixture; turn to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 24 to 48 hours.

Place oven rack 6 in. from heat. Preheat boiler to HIGH. Line a large rimmed baking pan with foil; spray with nonstick spray.

Drain cod fillets and place in prepared baking pan; discard marinade. Drizzle 1 Tbsp. reserved marinade over each fillet.

Broil for 5 to 6 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from oven; drizzle with remaining reserved marinade. Broil for 4 to 5 minutes more or until cod flakes easily with a fork (145 degrees) and edges are golden brown.

Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil in a large cast-iron skillet over high heat. Add spinach, 1 tsp. sesame seeds, sesame oil and salt. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or just until spinach begins to wilt, stirring frequently. Serve spinach with the cod. Garnish with additional sesame seeds, if desired.