Miso Salmon
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
20 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
274 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Miso Salmon
Description
This recipe uses a marinade composed of white miso paste for savory depth, sweet mirin and brown sugar for subtle sweetness, fresh ginger for a hint of spice, soy sauce for umami, and toasted sesame oil for a nutty aroma. The salmon fillets soak in this mixture for at least 20 minutes, absorbing the flavors and tenderizing slightly.
Broiling the marinated salmon on a lightly greased sheet pan cooks it quickly while encouraging a slight caramelization on the surface from the sugars in the marinade. The fish finishes opaque and flakes easily, retaining moistness without drying out.
Sprinkling toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions adds textural contrast and fresh brightness to the finished dish. This salmon pairs well with steamed rice or simple greens for a balanced meal.
Opting for fresh wild-caught salmon enhancements flavor and texture, though good quality frozen fillets work well too. Mirin is a cooking wine available in most grocery stores' international aisles and is essential for authentic sweetness and balance.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pounds salmon cut into 4 fillets
- 3 tablespoons White miso paste
- 1/4 cup mirin can also use sake
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ginger minced
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil toasted
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds black, white or both
- 2 tablespoons green onions thinly sliced
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Place the miso, mirin, brown sugar, ginger, soy sauce and sesame oil in a large bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Add the salmon fillets to the bowl and spoon the marinade over the top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- Preheat the broiler. Coat a sheet pan with cooking spray.
- Arrange the salmon fillets on the sheet pan and spoon any excess marinade over the top.
- Broil for 8-10 minutes or until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions, then serve.
Notes
- Use fresh, preferably wild-caught salmon such as king or sockeye for better flavor and texture.
- Mirin is a sweet Japanese rice wine for cooking; available in international aisles or Asian markets.
- Atlantic salmon works too but may have a different flavor profile.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 274 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 274kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 819mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 721mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 87IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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