Sweet-Savory Miso Salmon

This restaurant-quality miso-glazed salmon transforms simple ingredients into an impressive dish with incredible umami flavor. The sweet-savory glaze caramelizes beautifully in the oven, creating tender, flaky fish with irresistible caramelized edges that will have everyone asking for the recipe.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Japanese

Keyword: Salmon

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 15

Marinating Time: 2

Total Time: 2 30

Servings:

Calories: 385kcal

Equipment

Mixing Bowl

Whisk

Baking Tray

Ingredients

2 pounds salmon fillet
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Miso Glaze

1/4 cup miso paste
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil

For Garnish (optional)

Green onions chopped
Sesame seeds

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F.
Season salmon fillet with salt and pepper on both sides.
In a bowl, whisk together miso paste, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until smooth.
Reserve 2 tablespoons of glaze for finishing. Marinate salmon in remaining mixture for 1-3 hours in refrigerator.
Place marinated salmon on a lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes.
Brush salmon with reserved glaze and broil for 2-3 minutes until caramelized and golden.
Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

White miso paste (shiro miso) works best for its mild, sweet flavor

Don't skip the marinating time - even 1 hour makes a significant difference in flavor

Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and easy cleanup

Check salmon doneness with a fork - it should flake easily when done

Recipe works well with skin-on or skinless salmon fillets

Leftover glaze can be stored in refrigerator for up to one week

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