Description
Miso Salmon is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory, making it the perfect dish for any occasion. Tender salmon fillets are marinated in a rich blend of white miso, soy sauce, and honey, creating a glossy glaze that caramelizes beautifully while baking. This dish brings warmth to the table, reminiscent of cozy family dinners, and is sure to impress your guests or elevate your weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup white miso paste
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix miso paste, soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Place salmon fillets in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Allow marinating in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange marinated salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until flaky.
- Let rest briefly after baking and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 80mg