Miso-Glazed Baked Salmon
70% authentic · Japanese-inspired
A delightful fusion dish where salmon is baked with a savory and slightly sweet miso glaze, offering a unique umami depth.
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Ingredients
- Salmon fillets4 (6 oz each)
- White miso paste3 tablespoons
- Mirin2 tablespoons
- Soy sauce1 tablespoon
- Honey1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil1 teaspoon
- Ginger1 teaspoon, grated
- Sesame seeds1 teaspoon, toasted (for garnish)
- Scallions1, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Pat salmon fillets dry and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and grated ginger until smooth.
- 4
Brush the miso glaze generously over the top of each salmon fillet.
- 5
Season lightly with salt and pepper, being mindful of the saltiness of the miso and soy sauce.
- 6
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the glaze is caramelized.
- 7
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions before serving.
