Asian-Style Grilled Bass with Soy-Ginger Glaze

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Asian-Style Grilled Bass with Soy-Ginger Glaze is a flavorful seafood dish featuring whole or filleted bass marinated and glazed with a savory-sweet sauce made from soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and often mirin or honey. It's a popular preparation in various East and Southeast Asian cuisines, particularly in Chinese and Japanese home cooking and restaurants.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a high-protein, moderate-fat meal, providing essential omega-3 fatty acids from the fish. A typical serving contains roughly 300-400 calories, with the majority of calories coming from protein and healthy fats.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	340 kcal
Protein	36 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	680 mg
Vitamin D	5.2 mcg
Selenium	40.5 mcg
Phosphorus	380 mg
Niacin (B3)	6.8 mg
Vitamin B12	2.1 mcg
Potassium	520 mg
Magnesium	48 mg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	1.1 g

Per 1 fillet (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, grilling with a soy-based glaze is a technique that highlights the balance of 'umami' (savory), sweet, and aromatic flavors central to many Asian culinary traditions. Nutritionally, bass is an excellent source of lean protein and vitamin D, while ginger and garlic contribute anti-inflammatory compounds.