Miso Salmon
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4.7
Miso Salmon
Description
The Miso Salmon recipe uses a mixture of white miso paste, mirin (or rice vinegar), tamari or soy sauce, and minced fresh ginger to create a smooth marinade. Coating the skin-on salmon fillets with this mixture before broiling imparts a rich, umami character and lightly caramelized surface. Cooking under the broiler for 6 to 8 minutes cooks the salmon just through, preserving moisture and tenderness.
Finishing garnishes of thinly sliced green onions, chopped fresh cilantro, and gomasio or sesame seeds provide bright herbal contrast and texture that balances the glaze's richness. The method is simple but highlights the distinct flavors of miso and ginger without overpowering the fish.
This salmon preparation can be served as a main course accompanied by steamed rice, vegetables, or greens. It suits a weeknight dinner when a flavorful yet uncomplicated recipe is desired.
The marinade comes together quickly by whisking the ingredients smooth. The foil-lined pan with cooking spray prevents sticking and eases cleanup while broiling. Serving immediately maintains the salmon’s delicate texture and vibrant garnishes.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon white miso
- 1 tablespoon mirin or rice vinegar
- 1 ½ teaspoons tamari soy sauce or coconut aminos, reduced sodium
- 1 ½ teaspoons ginger fresh, minced
- 2 ounce salmon fillets
- 1 Tablespoon green onions thinly sliced
- 1 Tablespoon cilantro chopped, fresh
- 1 ½ teaspoons gomasio or sesame seeds
Instructions
- Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler. Line a baking pan with aluminum foil and generously coat the foil with cooking spray.
- Whisk together miso, mirin, tamari and ginger in a small bowl until smooth.
- Place salmon fillets, skin-side down on the prepared baking pan. Spoon miso mixture generously over each piece of salmon.
- Broil the salmon until just cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes depending on size. Garnish with scallions, cilantro and gomasio. Serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe was adapted from Fitness Magazine and retains a straightforward preparation for broiled miso salmon.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 252 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 filet | |
| Calories | 252kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 65mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 417mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 23mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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