Miso Salmon

Miso-glazed salmon on a baking sheet garnished with black and white sesame seeds and spring onions.

Enjoy the deliciousness of Miso Salmon, a classic Japanese dish that's bursting with sweet and savory umami flavors. Just marinate the salmon in a rich miso marinade and bake until perfectly cooked. Serve it with brown rice or your favorite Asian sides for a truly tasty meal.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Asian, Japanese

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 434

Author Sangeetha Vel

Ingredients

For Marinating

2.25 lbs Salmon cut into 4 fillets
3 tbsp Miso Paste
1 tbsp Soy Sauce less sodium
2 tbsp Mirin
1 tsp Sesame Oil
1 tbsp Brown Sugar
½ tsp Black Pepper
½ tsp Ginger crushed

For Garnishing

Sesame Seeds black and white
Green Onions

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Marinating Salmon

Start by adding all the ingredients listed for the marinade in the ingredients section above, except the salmon fillets, in a bowl.
Whisk the mixture until everything is evenly distributed. This miso marinade will also serve as a glaze during the baking process.
Place the salmon fillets in a wide bowl and thoroughly coat them with the prepared marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Once marinated, arrange the salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking tray, ready to be baked.

Baking Salmon

Bake the salmon in a preheated oven at 425 degrees F for about 15-20 minutes, or until the thickest part of the fish reaches the FDA-recommended internal temperature of 145 degrees F, as verified with a food thermometer. For a charred appearance, remove the salmon when the internal temperature reaches 135 degrees F, brush with extra marinade, and broil on low for another 5-7 minutes to achieve the desired charred look.
Once the salmon is done, remove it from the oven and garnish with sesame seeds and spring onions. Your sweet and savory Miso Salmon is now ready to be enjoyed.

Serving

Enjoy this Miso Salmon with brown rice or other Asian dishes of your choice. For more pairing ideas, check out our Serving Suggestions section below.

Notes

To ensure your Miso Salmon is delicious every time, follow these helpful tips:

Choosing Your Miso: Miso comes in three varieties: red, yellow, and white, each with its own flavor profile. Red miso is the most intense and has a distinct smell, yellow miso offers a moderate flavor, and white miso is milder. If you're new to miso, I suggest starting with white miso as it's less overpowering.
Quantity of Miso: The amount of miso used in this recipe is ideally suited for the specified quantity of fish. However, if you are new to the taste of miso, you might want to start with a smaller amount and adjust according to your taste preferences.
Cooking Time: The cooking duration for salmon fillets in this recipe varies depending on their size. Larger 9 oz fillets used here need about 20 minutes at 425 degrees F to reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees F. Smaller 4-6 oz fillets tend to cook more quickly, approximately 10-12 minutes. Always check for doneness by ensuring the fish has become opaque and flaky when tested with a fork.
Sauce Reduction: If you have leftover marinade, boil it first to eliminate any risk of raw fish contamination. Then, simmer it in a small pan until the sauce thickens. Brush this thickened sauce over the cooked salmon for an extra burst of flavor.
Other Add-Ins: While this recipe is kept simple, feel free to enhance it with additional ingredients like honey for a touch of sweetness, or hot sauce or chili sauce for some heat, according to your preference.

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