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Easy Miso Salmon

Easy Miso Salmon: A 20-Minute Dinner to Delight Your Tastebuds

Easy Miso Salmon is a quick and delightful dinner that combines flaky salmon with a rich miso glaze, ready in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon The star of the dish, providing a rich, buttery texture
  • 3 tablespoons Thinly Sliced Scallions Add a fresh, crisp element; substitute with chives if needed
For the Miso Glaze
  • 3 tablespoons White Miso Paste (Shiro Miso) Offers umami and depth; can be substituted with tahini
  • 2 tablespoons Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Enhances savory flavor while keeping the dish healthier
  • 2 tablespoons Mirin A sweet rice wine; a mix of rice vinegar and sugar is a good substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Freshly Grated Ginger Provides a warm, spicy note; ground ginger is a quick substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Water To thin the glaze if necessary
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Perfect for adding a crunchy texture; can skip for nut-free

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Medium bowl
  • whisk
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Easy Miso Salmon
  1. Prepare the Salmon: Allow salmon fillets to sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry and sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
  4. Make the Miso Glaze: Whisk together white miso paste, low-sodium soy sauce, mirin, freshly grated ginger, and water until smooth.
  5. Glaze the Salmon: Brush the miso glaze generously over each salmon fillet.
  6. Bake the Salmon: Bake for about 12 minutes, checking for doneness around the 10-minute mark.
  7. Add Final Touches: Remove from the oven, garnish with sesame seeds and scallions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the salmon is thoroughly patted dry before seasoning for better glaze adherence. Use a pastry brush for even application of the miso glaze.

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