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    Home » Recipe Review » Anyday Microwave Black Cod with Black Bean Sauce 豉汁蒸黑魚微波爐

    Anyday Microwave Black Cod with Black Bean Sauce 豉汁蒸黑魚微波爐

    Dec 26, 2021 · 49 Comments

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    Microwave Black Cod with Black Bean Sauce 豉汁蒸黑魚微波爐

    Cooking fish in the microwave is easier than ever with Anyday Cookware. We tested it out with this traditional Chinese recipe for dinner - Microwave Black Cod with Black Bean Sauce 豉汁蒸黑魚微波爐. This Cook Anyday classic Cantonese dish is simple, delicate, fragrant and takes only 8 minutes to cook in the microwave!

    Cook Anyday Microwave Black Cod with Black Bean Sauce
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    • Anyday Microwave Cookware Review
    • How To Microwave Fish Cooking Tips 101
    • What is Black Bean Sauce?
    • How To Make Black Bean Sauce in 10 Minutes?
    • Black Cod Nutritional Benefits
    • Microwave Black Cod with Black Bean Sauce 蒸黑魚微波爐
    • More Chinese Recipes

    Anyday Microwave Cookware Review

    I'm a sucker for new kitchen appliances and gadgets. I bought into the Instant Pot and Air Fryer hype. They've even earned permanent real estate on my kitchen countertop.

    David Chang's Anyday dishes are:

    • Made with frosted borosilicate glass
    • Microwave-safe stainless steel
    • Ability to withstand large temperature fluctuations
    • Dishwasher-safe

    We got the Anyday large deep dish and large swallow dish. They are great for cooking meals for 2-4 people.

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    I also love that the Anyday dishes can cook and store leftover food conveniently in the same container. There is no need to wash another plate or bowl! The glass containers have a silicone gasket that keeps moisture and prevents splatters. The knob on the lid can be pulled out for steam to escape and pushed in to keep fresh!

    Cook Anyday Microwave Black Cod with Black Bean Sauce

    How To Microwave Fish Cooking Tips 101

    This classic Cantonese dish in the microwave brings out the fragrance and delicate natural flavour of black cod without steamers and water baths.

    Make a quick and easy Chinese recipe using black bean sauce in the microwave with simple ingredients.

    Season and marinate the black cod with ground white pepper, Shaoxing Wine, ginger and scallion ahead of time to get rid of the fishy taste in the fish.

    Cook in the microwave at Power Level 4 (low power if you can adjust the microwave) 8-9 minutes, at 1000 wattage.

    Microwave the fish in the Anyday dish until it becomes opaque and flakes easily.

    Black Cod is a very forgiving fish to cook. It is hard to overcook it and will almost come out perfect!

    Cook Anyday rice in the microwave and serve it together! Be sure to spoon extra sauce over the fish and the rice!

    What is Black Bean Sauce?

    Black bean sauce is predominately used in Chinese Cantonese and Sichuan recipes paired with intense flavours like garlic and chilli. Black bean sauce is made from fermented black soybeans - it is the same molding process used in miso and soy sauce. You can find fermented black beans, douchi in most Asian supermarkets, or you can buy them online.

    If you never had black bean sauce, the taste is sharp and pungent. It is very salty but with a hint of sweetness. It is important to use black bean sauce sparingly. A little black bean sauce adds a powerful punch of umami!

    You can make your own Black Bean paste in 10 minutes, or you can buy them ready-made. My favourite black bean sauces are Lee Kum Kee Black Bean Garlic Sauce, Lee Kum Kee Black GuiZhou Style Black Bean Chilli Sauce and Laoganma Chili in Oil with Black Beans.

    Cook Anyday Microwave Black Cod with Black Bean Sauce

    How To Make Black Bean Sauce in 10 Minutes?

    Add fermented black beans and cover with water to soak for one hour in a medium bowl. Rinse and drain well.

    Mash or rough chop the black soybeans to create texture. I like my black bean sauce with some whole and minced black beans to enjoy all the umami flavours.

    Prepare minced garlic, garlic and finely chopped green onions.

    Heat oil over medium-high heat in a small saucepan and add garlic and ginger. Simmer for a minute. 

    Once fragrant, add in finely chopped green onions and simmer for another minute.

    Add fermented black beans and cook for another minute.

    Mix cornstarch with water, and add to saucepan to thicken the black bean sauce. Bring the sauce to a boil and reduce heat to medium. Continue cooking until the liquid is reduced by half or to desired consistency.

    Remove from pan and let cool.

    Store in a glass jar with an airtight lid for up to one week in the refrigerator.

    Black Cod Nutritional Benefits

    You may wonder if black cod is the same as Sablefish. Black Cod and Sablefish are the same and commonly prized for their rich, buttery flavour and delicate, flaky texture. I love how buttery it is.

    Black Cod is rich in heart-healthy fats, Omega 3. iron, calcium, copper, etc.

    Did you make this Classic Cantonese Anyday Microwave Fish Recipe? I’d love to see how you went with my recipes! Leave a comment below or tag me on instagram @INSTANOMSS #INSTANOMSS

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    Cooking fish in the microwave is easier than ever with Anyday Cookware. We tested it out with this traditional Chinese recipe for dinner - Microwave Black Cod with Black Bean Sauce 豉汁蒸黑魚微波爐. This Cook Anyday classic Cantonese dish is simple, delicate, fragrant and takes only 8 minutes to cook in the microwave!

    • Author: Nancy
    • Prep Time: 2
    • Cook Time: 8
    • Total Time: 10 minutes
    • Yield: 2-4 persons 1x
    • Category: Main Dishes
    • Method: Microwave
    • Cuisine: Chinese

    Ingredients

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    • 1.5-2.0 lbs black cod, 4 filets approximately 4 oz each
    • 3 tsp ground white pepper
    • 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
    • 2-inch knob of ginger, peeled, julienned
    • 4-6 scallions, half julienned, half into 2" pieces with green and white parts separated
    • 2 tsp sesame oil
    • 2 tbsp black bean sauce
    • 2 tbsp brown sugar

     

    Instructions

    1. Wash and clean black cod. Pat dry with a paper towel.
    2. Marinate the black cod by rubbing ground white pepper all over on both sides. Add ginger and scallions on both the bottom and on top. Cover black cod and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
    3. Place some ginger and green onions in the Anyday The Large Shallow Dish.
    4. Place the fish skin-side up in the Anyday dish. Add more ginger, green onions, black bean sauce, Shaoxing wine, brown sugar, and sesame oil.
    5. Cover with the lid (knob lifted).
    6. Cook in the microwave at Power Level 4 (low power) for 8-10 minutes, or until fish is just cooked through.
    7. Let it rest for 2 minutes with the lid to gently continue steaming.
    8. Remove the Anyday lid and garnish with finely chopped green onions.
    9. Serve and enjoy with white jasmine rice.
    10. Be sure to spoon extra sauce over the fish and the rice!

    Equipment

    Anyday The Large Shallow Dish

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    Lee Kum Kee Black Bean Garlic Sauce

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    Notes

    My favourite black bean sauces are Lee Kum Kee Black Bean Garlic Sauce, Lee Kum Kee Black GuiZhou Style Black Bean Chilli Sauce and Laoganma Chili in Oil with Black Beans.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 16 oz
    • Calories: 51
    • Sugar: 4.6 g
    • Sodium: 31.4 mg
    • Fat: 2.4 g
    • Carbohydrates: 7.3 g
    • Protein: 0.7 g
    • Cholesterol: 0 mg

    Keywords: Chinese, Steam, Fish, Black Cod, Microwave, Black Bean Sauce, Anyday Cookware

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    Comments

    1. kushigalu says

      November 10, 2022 at 11:00 am

      Love the combination of flavors in the recipe. SO delicious Thanks for sharing.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 23, 2022 at 10:30 am

        Cooking fish has never been easier!

        Reply
    2. Jess says

      November 10, 2022 at 10:55 am

      Super easy recipe using the microwave!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 23, 2022 at 10:30 am

        Another winner in the microwave

        Reply
    3. Tara says

      November 10, 2022 at 10:48 am

      Oh wow! I love how the cod comes together with only 8 minutes in the microwave. It sounds so good with the black bean sauce.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 23, 2022 at 10:30 am

        Fork tender and super flakey!

        Reply
    4. Charles says

      November 10, 2022 at 9:49 am

      Great! Now i know what to do with Black Cod! I will add this into my weeknight rotation. Thank you!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 23, 2022 at 10:31 am

        Awesome! I'm so happy to hear that! Black cod is so nutritious!

        Reply
    5. Luci says

      November 10, 2022 at 8:44 am

      Oh wow this was so easy to make and tasted so good! Can't wait to make it again.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        November 10, 2022 at 8:46 am

        We would always make a big batch with marinade enough for meals for two days!

        Reply
    6. Jenny says

      September 12, 2022 at 9:10 pm

      This looks delish! Please post more Chinese recipes using the Anyday cookware! I just got a set. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        September 19, 2022 at 2:58 pm

        How do you like your anyday cookware? I love mine!

        Reply
    7. Jen says

      April 04, 2022 at 4:53 pm

      sharing this to my chinese friends, they like light cooking in our pantry area and this will be very useful plus the recipe is easy.

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        April 04, 2022 at 8:55 pm

        oh yes please!! your Chinese friends would love you! Thank you so much Jen!

        Reply
    8. Deb says

      March 23, 2022 at 2:57 am

      Who knew 10-minute fish could be this tasty!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    9. Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady says

      March 20, 2022 at 7:15 pm

      Microwave cooking has come a long way. You fish looks so flavorful! Hard to believe it only took 8 minutes to cook!

      ★★★★★

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    10. Brittany F says

      March 19, 2022 at 5:24 pm

      This black cod dish is rich with flavor and I absolutely loved it! The black bean sauce is quick and easy to make.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    11. Giangi Townsend says

      March 19, 2022 at 10:42 am

      What a great recipe and so delicious too. We all love it and look forward to making it again.
      Thank you for sharing

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    12. julie says

      February 19, 2022 at 10:27 am

      The graphics you create remind me of this techno DJ I used to listen to called Stereo Sushi, do you know it? Your graphics are so pretty and take me back. xx

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      • Nancy says

        February 19, 2022 at 2:34 pm

        haha I'll have to Goggle Stereo Sushi but thanks for your support!

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    13. KRistina says

      December 31, 2021 at 1:50 pm

      This is such a cool recipe, being able to cook fish in the microwave. I've never thought to do this, but now I have ideas for when the microwave is my only appliance available!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        January 01, 2022 at 5:16 pm

        nuking is super handy and convenient!

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    14. Agnieszka says

      December 31, 2021 at 8:49 am

      This is such genius way to cook fish! Love the sauce idea, too!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        January 01, 2022 at 5:17 pm

        thanks for your support!

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    15. Geetanjali Tung says

      December 30, 2021 at 9:17 pm

      The dish was so good! My whole family just loved this! Thanks!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        January 01, 2022 at 5:17 pm

        I'm so happy to hear!!

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    16. Amanda Scarlati says

      December 30, 2021 at 9:48 am

      This dish was fantastic with easy to follow directions, thanks!

      ★★★★★

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    17. Rosanna says

      December 30, 2021 at 8:54 am

      This was so delicious! Loved it, thank you so much for the recipe

      ★★★★★

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    18. Bobbie says

      December 30, 2021 at 6:51 am

      I would never think to cook fish in the microwave. This looks so easy!

      ★★★★★

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    19. Sam says

      December 29, 2021 at 11:50 pm

      I love how easy this is to make! Thanks for a great recipe!

      ★★★★★

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    20. connie says

      December 29, 2021 at 11:48 pm

      I can imagine the sauce is delish!

      ★★★★★

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    21. Amanda says

      December 29, 2021 at 10:05 pm

      this sauce is an absolute hit! so good!

      ★★★★★

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    22. Gina Abernathy says

      December 29, 2021 at 5:55 pm

      This looks fantastic! It's great to have a microwave version! I'll have to try this soon!

      ★★★★★

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    23. Alex says

      December 29, 2021 at 4:41 pm

      Such a useful post - a new way of cooking fish for me, but I love the simplicity!

      ★★★★★

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    24. Megan Ellam says

      December 29, 2021 at 4:30 pm

      Everything you create Nancy always looks so amazing. Thanks for all the inspiration and great recipes.

      ★★★★★

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    25. Dennis Littley says

      December 29, 2021 at 7:01 am

      I love cod and your recipe was a delicious and different way to prepare one of my favorite fish, thank you!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    26. Julie says

      December 28, 2021 at 7:53 pm

      I have no doubt that this dish is fantastic! I cannot wait to make it because all of your dishes are so amazing!! All the flavors I love so much!

      ★★★★★

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    27. Jen says

      December 28, 2021 at 7:30 pm

      I have a friend who cooks in the office pantry so I have to share this with her, very nice recipe

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        December 29, 2021 at 3:37 pm

        OH your friend would lOVE these dishes!

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    28. Marcellina says

      December 28, 2021 at 2:55 pm

      Cooking fish in the microwave is something I've never tried. Thanks for all the tips and a great recipe!

      ★★★★★

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    29. Linda says

      December 27, 2021 at 10:32 pm

      Delicious and need to try this microwaveable version!

      ★★★★★

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    30. Addie says

      December 27, 2021 at 7:50 pm

      So easy and delicious!

      ★★★★★

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    31. Gabriela Herrera says

      December 27, 2021 at 7:02 pm

      I had never tried black bean sauce COD but this recipe was amazing for dinner today.

      ★★★★★

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    32. Andrea White says

      December 27, 2021 at 12:37 pm

      So easy and also very simple. Awesome!

      Reply
    33. Giangi Townsend says

      December 27, 2021 at 11:32 am

      I love codfish and I love black bean sauce and never taught putting them together. What a wonderful recipe and love that you can have it done in less than 10 minutes. Perfect for a busy school night

      ★★★★★

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    34. Alexandra says

      December 26, 2021 at 8:30 pm

      This is such a great way of preparing fish!

      ★★★★★

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    35. Jeannie says

      December 26, 2021 at 4:14 pm

      Interesting idea to cook fish in the microwave, your cookware is amazing.

      ★★★★★

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    36. Ramona says

      December 26, 2021 at 4:12 pm

      Black cod is my favourite and this is a delish recipe!

      ★★★★★

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    37. Rob says

      December 26, 2021 at 2:43 pm

      Great recipe for one of my favorite dishes!

      ★★★★★

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