Miso Glazed Salmon
A quick and flavorful weeknight meal, this Miso Glazed Salmon is baked to perfection with a savory and slightly sweet glaze.
Ingredients
Miso Glaze
- 0.25 cup white miso paste
- 2 tablespoons mirin
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon minced garlic
Salmon
- 1.5 pounds salmon fillets skin on or off
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish (Optional)
- sesame seeds
- sliced green onions
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic until well combined. This is your miso glaze.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season them with salt and pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
- Generously brush the miso glaze over the top of each salmon fillet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The glaze should be slightly caramelized.
- If desired, garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
Serve with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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