Miso-glazed salmon Recipe

Japanese · Main course · 22 min total

This miso-glazed salmon is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner, featuring a sweet and savory glaze that caramelizes beautifully under the broiler.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup white miso paste
• 2 tablespoons mirin
• 2 tablespoons sake
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 4 (6-ounce) skin-on salmon fillets
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together miso paste, mirin, sake, sugar, and soy sauce until smooth.
2. Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the miso mixture over them. Turn to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
3. Preheat the broiler to high and line a baking sheet with foil. Brush the foil with vegetable oil.
4. Remove salmon from marinade, letting excess drip off, and place skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Discard remaining marinade.
5. Broil salmon 6 inches from the heat source for 6-8 minutes, until the glaze is bubbly and the salmon is cooked through (internal temperature 145°F). If desired, broil an additional 1-2 minutes for more caramelization.
6. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions if using. Serve immediately.

Tips

• For a thicker glaze, simmer the marinade in a small saucepan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes before brushing onto salmon.
• Leftover cooked salmon can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Serve with steamed rice and a side of sautéed greens.

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